How To Fix WRF_PRC_SCD470 - Transportation chain &1 (&2) for dispatch method &3 is not an ext. TC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PRC_SCD - Purchasing Scheduling Seasonal Procurement

• Message number: 470

• Message text: Transportation chain &1 (&2) for dispatch method &3 is not an ext. TC

What causes this issue?

In the dateline header, the "External Transportation Chain" field contai
ns an internal transportation chain.

System Response

Scheduling cannot be performed.

How to fix this error?

Enter an external transportation chain in the "External Transportation
Chain" field of the dateline header.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_SCD470 - Transportation chain &1 (&2) for dispatch method &3 is not an ext. TC ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PRC_SCD470 indicates that there is an issue with the transportation chain (TC) configuration in the system. Specifically, the error states that the transportation chain specified for a particular dispatch method is not recognized as an external transportation chain.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The transportation chain specified in the system may not be set up correctly or may not exist as an external transportation chain.
  Missing External Transportation Chain: The transportation chain you are trying to use may not have been defined as an external transportation chain in the system.
  Dispatch Method Issues: The dispatch method being referenced may not be correctly linked to the transportation chain or may not be valid for the operation you are trying to perform.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transportation Chain Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the Logistics or Supply Chain Management area).
  Verify that the transportation chain you are trying to use is correctly defined and marked as an external transportation chain.
  
  
  
  Define External Transportation Chain:
  
  If the transportation chain does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for defining transportation chains and ensure that the chain is set up as external.
  
  
  
  Review Dispatch Method:
  
  Check the dispatch method configuration to ensure it is correctly linked to the transportation chain.
  Make sure that the dispatch method is valid and that it corresponds to the transportation chain you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure transportation chains and dispatch methods.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, WRF_PRC_SCD for checking the transportation chain settings, or other relevant transaction codes based on your specific SAP version and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the WRF_PRC_SCD470 error message.