How To Fix /SCTM/TMMD_UI313 - Means of transport &1 does not exist in target system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/TMMD_UI -

• Message number: 313

• Message text: Means of transport &1 does not exist in target system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/TMMD_UI313 - Means of transport &1 does not exist in target system ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/TMMD_UI313 Means of transport &1 does not exist in target system typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an attempt to reference a means of transport (such as a vehicle or shipping container) that is not recognized in the target system. This can happen during various processes, such as planning, execution, or data transfer.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The means of transport may not have been created or configured in the target system.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from one system to another (e.g., from a development system to a production system), the means of transport may not have been included in the data transfer.
  Incorrect Mapping: There may be an issue with how the means of transport is mapped between systems, leading to discrepancies.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the means of transport in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify that the means of transport is correctly configured in the target system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP TM.
  Create Missing Means of Transport: If the means of transport does not exist, you may need to create it in the target system. This can typically be done through the SAP GUI or relevant transaction codes.
  Data Transfer Review: If this error occurs during a data transfer, ensure that the means of transport was included in the data export/import process. You may need to re-run the data transfer or include the missing data.
  Check Mapping: Review the mapping settings between the source and target systems to ensure that the means of transport is correctly referenced.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the means of transport in the target system. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCTM/MD for managing means of transport.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Transportation Management for best practices in configuring and managing means of transport.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.