How To Fix /SCTM/UI300 - Freight document type can be used for ocean carrier booking only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/UI -

• Message number: 300

• Message text: Freight document type can be used for ocean carrier booking only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/UI300 - Freight document type can be used for ocean carrier booking only ?

  The SAP error message "/SCTM/UI300 Freight document type can be used for ocean carrier booking only" typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an attempt to use a freight document type that is not compatible with the type of transportation being processed. This error is specifically indicating that the freight document type you are trying to use is designated for ocean carrier bookings, and it cannot be used for other types of transportation (e.g., road, rail, air).
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Freight Document Type: The freight document type selected is specifically configured for ocean transport, and the current booking or transportation request is for a different mode of transport.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to allow the selected freight document type for the intended transportation mode.
  User Error: The user may have mistakenly selected the wrong freight document type when creating or processing the transportation request.
  
  
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