How To Fix /SCTM/UI205 - Shipment type & is not defined in Customizing as a successor shpmt type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/UI -

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Shipment type & is not defined in Customizing as a successor shpmt type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/UI205 - Shipment type & is not defined in Customizing as a successor shpmt type ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/UI205 Shipment type & is not defined in Customizing as a successor shipment type typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of shipment types. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a defined successor shipment type for the specified shipment type in the Customizing settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The shipment type you are trying to use does not have a defined successor shipment type in the Customizing settings.
  Incorrect Shipment Type: The shipment type being referenced may be incorrect or not properly set up in the system.
  Transport Management Settings: There may be issues with the overall configuration of the Transportation Management module, particularly in the area of shipment types.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the Customizing transaction (SPRO).
  Navigate to the path: Transportation Management -> Basic Transportation Management -> Shipment -> Define Shipment Types.
  Verify that the shipment type in question is defined and that it has a valid successor shipment type assigned.
  
  
  
  Define Successor Shipment Type:
  
  If the shipment type does not have a successor defined, you will need to create or assign a successor shipment type.
  Ensure that the successor shipment type is correctly configured and meets the business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Shipment Type Configuration:
  
  Check if there are any other related settings that might affect the shipment type configuration, such as transportation lanes, planning strategies, or other related parameters.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the shipment process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring shipment types and their successors.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/SHIP for managing shipments and /SCMTMS/TS for transportation settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the Customizing settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.