How To Fix /SPE/RET106 - Carrier &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SPE/RET -

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Carrier &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SPE/RET106 - Carrier &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SPE/RET106 Carrier &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of logistics or transportation management within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a carrier (transportation service provider) that is referenced in the transaction or process you are trying to execute.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Carrier Master Data: The carrier you are trying to use has not been defined in the system. This could be due to the carrier not being created in the master data or it being deleted.
  Incorrect Carrier Code: The carrier code you are using might be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If your SAP system is integrated with other systems (like a third-party logistics provider), there may be synchronization issues leading to the carrier not being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the carrier data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Carrier Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code for maintaining carrier data (e.g., SPRO for configuration or /SPE/Carrier for master data).
  Verify if the carrier code exists in the system. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Correct Carrier Code:
  
  Double-check the carrier code you are using in your transaction. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and matches the code in the master data.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Carrier:
  
  If the carrier does not exist, you can create it by navigating to the appropriate configuration or master data transaction in SAP.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to view and use the carrier data.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If your SAP system is integrated with other systems, check for any data synchronization issues. Ensure that the carrier data is consistent across all systems.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration), /SPE/Carrier (for carrier master data), and SE11 (for data dictionary).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing carrier data.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SPE/RET106 Carrier &1 does not exist.