How To Fix /SCTM/CUST108 - Freight document type &1 is not defined in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/CUST -

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Freight document type &1 is not defined in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/CUST108 - Freight document type &1 is not defined in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/CUST108 Freight document type &1 is not defined in Customizing typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the system is trying to process a freight document type that has not been defined in the system's customizing settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The specified freight document type (represented by &1 in the error message) has not been set up in the system's customizing settings.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled in the transaction or program that is being executed.
  Transport Request Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport that caused the document type not to be created.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) by using transaction code SPRO.
  Navigate to the relevant section for Transportation Management or Freight Management.
  Look for the configuration related to freight document types. This is usually found under:
  Logistics Execution -> Transportation -> Basic Transportation Functions -> Freight Order -> Define Freight Document Types
  
  Ensure that the freight document type in question is defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Document Type:
  
  If the document type does not exist, you will need to create it. Make sure to define all necessary attributes and settings for the document type.
  If it exists but is not configured correctly, modify it to ensure it meets the required specifications.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  If necessary, re-transport the configuration or manually create the missing document type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring freight document types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process that triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for customizing, SE11 for data dictionary, and SE80 for object navigator.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify customizing settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCTM/CUST108 Freight document type &1 is not defined in Customizing. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.