How To Fix /SCTM/RG408 - Request &1: route determination is not possible without request type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/RG -

• Message number: 408

• Message text: Request &1: route determination is not possible without request type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/RG408 - Request &1: route determination is not possible without request type ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/RG408 Request &1: route determination is not possible without request type typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the system is unable to determine a route for a transportation request because the request type is not specified or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Request Type: The primary cause of this error is that the transportation request does not have a defined request type. The request type is essential for the system to understand how to process the request and determine the appropriate route.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the request type is not properly set up or linked to the transportation request.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have inadvertently left the request type field blank when creating the transportation request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Request Type: Ensure that the transportation request has a valid request type assigned. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction or application where the transportation request is created or managed.
  Verifying that the request type field is filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the request type is missing or not recognized, check the configuration settings in the SAP system:
  
  Go to the customizing settings (transaction SPRO) and navigate to the relevant area for transportation management.
  Ensure that the request types are defined and properly configured.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Request: If the request type was not specified during the creation of the transportation request, you may need to create a new request with the correct request type or update the existing request to include the necessary information.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on how to set up and manage request types in your version of SAP SCM or TM.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the request type and configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCTM/REQUEST for managing transportation requests.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in creating transportation requests are trained on the importance of filling in all required fields, including the request type.
  
  By addressing the missing request type and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the error and enable successful route determination for transportation requests.