How To Fix /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES816 - You haven't entered an NLQ determination level; default level is used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 816

• Message text: You haven't entered an NLQ determination level; default level is used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES816 - You haven't entered an NLQ determination level; default level is used ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/UI_MESSAGES816 indicates that a user has not entered a Non-Linear Quantity (NLQ) determination level in the Transportation Management System (TMS). The system defaults to a predefined level when this information is missing.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  A user is trying to create or modify a transportation request or shipment without specifying the NLQ determination level.
  The system requires this information to determine how quantities are handled in the transportation process, especially when dealing with non-linear quantities.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter NLQ Determination Level:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or screen where the error occurred.
  Look for the field related to NLQ determination level.
  Enter the appropriate NLQ determination level based on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct NLQ determination level, consult with your SAP configuration team or refer to your organization's transportation management guidelines.
  Ensure that the NLQ determination levels are properly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Default Settings:
  
  If the default level is being used and is not appropriate for your scenario, consider adjusting the default settings in the configuration to better suit your needs.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering the NLQ determination level and how to do so.
  Provide documentation or guidelines to help users understand when and how to specify this information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific guidance related to this error message. SAP's support portal may have additional resources.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TMS that deal with transportation requests, shipments, and NLQ settings.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that users have the necessary roles and authorizations to enter and modify NLQ determination levels.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the NLQ determination level is correctly specified in your transportation management processes.