How To Fix /SCTM/BAPI128 - Transportation zone GUID does not exist for external zone ID &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/BAPI -

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Transportation zone GUID does not exist for external zone ID &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/BAPI128 - Transportation zone GUID does not exist for external zone ID &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/BAPI128 Transportation zone GUID does not exist for external zone ID &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the transportation zone configuration. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a corresponding GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) for the specified external zone ID.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The transportation zone with the specified external zone ID has not been configured in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as the external zone ID being incorrectly entered or not existing in the relevant tables.
  Transport Zone Deletion: The transportation zone may have been deleted or not properly activated in the system.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing access to the transportation zone data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP TM configuration and verify that the transportation zone corresponding to the external zone ID exists.
  Ensure that the external zone ID is correctly defined in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Transportation Zone:
  
  If the transportation zone does not exist, create it using the appropriate transaction (e.g., /SCMTMS/TRANSPORTATION_ZONE).
  If it exists but is not correctly configured, update the necessary details.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to check the relevant database tables (e.g., /SCTM/TZ for transportation zones) to ensure that the external zone ID is present and correctly mapped to a GUID.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the transportation zone data.
  
  
  
  Transport Zone Activation:
  
  If the transportation zone was recently created or modified, ensure that it has been activated properly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on transportation zone configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/TRANSPORTATION_ZONE, /SCMTMS/TS, and others related to transportation management.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP TM for further assistance.