How To Fix /SCMTMS/WBN048 - Invalid carrier and airline code combination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/WBN -

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Invalid carrier and airline code combination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/WBN048 - Invalid carrier and airline code combination ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/WBN048 Invalid carrier and airline code combination typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the combination of carrier and airline codes being used in a transportation scenario. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid mapping or relationship between the specified carrier and airline codes.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Carrier or Airline Code: The carrier or airline code entered may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Missing Configuration: The combination of the carrier and airline may not be configured in the system. This could mean that the relationship between the two has not been established in the master data.
  Inactive or Deleted Codes: The carrier or airline code may have been marked as inactive or deleted in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the data is being pulled from an external system, there may be synchronization issues leading to missing or incorrect codes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Codes: Check the carrier and airline codes for accuracy. Ensure that they are correctly entered and match the codes defined in the system.
  Check Master Data: Review the master data configuration in SAP TM to ensure that the carrier and airline combination is properly set up. This can be done in the following way:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP TM.
  Navigate to the section where carrier and airline relationships are defined.
  Ensure that the combination exists and is active.
  
  
  Activate Codes: If the codes are inactive, you may need to reactivate them or create the necessary entries in the master data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to set up and manage carrier and airline codes.
  Data Synchronization: If the data is coming from an external system, ensure that the data is synchronized correctly and that all necessary codes are present in SAP TM.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PRC for managing transportation planning and related master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the carrier and airline code combinations are valid in your SAP TM environment.