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.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select the Correct Freight Document Type: Ensure that you are using the appropriate freight document type for the mode of transport you are working with. If you are booking a truck or air transport, select a freight document type that is compatible with those modes.
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: If you believe you should be able to use the selected freight document type for the current transport mode, check the configuration settings in SAP TM. This may involve:
  
  Reviewing the freight document type settings in the customizing (SPRO) to ensure they are correctly assigned to the relevant transportation modes.
  Ensuring that the transportation lane and other related settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on freight document types and their intended use cases.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide insights based on your specific system configuration and usage.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP TM Documentation: Review the official SAP Transportation Management documentation for detailed information on freight document types and their configurations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that may help in troubleshooting or configuring freight document types (e.g., /SCMTMS/FRD for freight document management).
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct processes for creating and managing freight documents to minimize errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the correct freight document types are used for your transportation bookings.