How To Fix /SCMTMS/WBN047 - Enter SCAC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/WBN -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Enter SCAC

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/WBN047 - Enter SCAC ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/WBN047 Enter SCAC typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a user is trying to create or manage transportation-related documents, and the system requires the Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC) to be entered.
  Cause:
  The error message indicates that the SCAC, which is a unique code used to identify transportation carriers in North America, has not been provided in the relevant field. This code is essential for the system to identify the carrier and process transportation orders correctly.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should take the following steps:
  
  
  Enter the SCAC: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or screen where the error occurred.
  Locate the field for SCAC (Standard Carrier Alpha Code).
  Enter the appropriate SCAC for the carrier you are working with.
  
  
  
  Check Carrier Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the carrier you are trying to use has been set up correctly in the system.
  Go to the carrier master data and verify that the SCAC is correctly assigned to the carrier.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are responsible for system configuration, check the settings in the Transportation Management module to ensure that SCAC is a required field and that it is configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on how to manage carriers and SCAC codes within SAP TM.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  If users are frequently encountering this error, consider providing training on how to enter carrier information correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SCAC Codes: These codes are typically assigned by the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) and are used to identify carriers in the transportation industry.
  SAP TM Documentation: For more detailed information on managing carriers and transportation processes, refer to the official SAP Help Portal or the specific documentation for SAP Transportation Management.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the SCAC is entered correctly and that the carrier data is properly maintained, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your transportation management tasks.