How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES756 - &1: Specify a screening method before entering a free text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 756

• Message text: &1: Specify a screening method before entering a free text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES756 - &1: Specify a screening method before entering a free text ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES756 &1: Specify a screening method before entering a free text typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a user attempts to enter free text in a field that requires a predefined screening method. This error indicates that the system expects a specific screening method to be selected before allowing the user to input free text.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Screening Method: The user has not selected a screening method in the relevant field before trying to enter free text.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to allow free text entry without a screening method.
  User Role/Authorization: The user may not have the necessary permissions to select a screening method or enter free text.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Screening Method:
  
  Before entering any free text, ensure that you select an appropriate screening method from the available options in the dropdown menu or selection field.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, verify that the screening methods are correctly set up in the system. This may involve checking the customizing settings in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the correct process for entering data in the system, including the importance of selecting a screening method before entering free text.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  If the issue persists, check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to select screening methods and enter free text.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review the SAP TM documentation for guidelines on data entry and the use of screening methods.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.