How To Fix WRF_PRC_SCD484 - Assign a transportation chain in the supplier master data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PRC_SCD - Purchasing Scheduling Seasonal Procurement

• Message number: 484

• Message text: Assign a transportation chain in the supplier master data

What causes this issue?

There is no info record, so the system searched in the vendor master
data. At the table &V1& ( &V2& &V3&) level of the vendor master data,
no transportation chain is defined, although there is a data record.

System Response

INCLUDE ISR_STOP

How to fix this error?

Define the <DS:TRAN.XK02>vendor master data</> or start the
<DS:TRAN.WRF_TCHAIN_MIGR>Migration Report for Transportation Chain and
Staging Time Maintenance</>.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_SCD484 - Assign a transportation chain in the supplier master data ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PRC_SCD484 indicates that there is a missing transportation chain in the supplier master data. This error typically arises in the context of supply chain management, particularly when dealing with procurement processes and logistics.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system requires a transportation chain to be defined for a supplier, but it has not been set up in the supplier master data. A transportation chain is essential for determining how goods will be transported from the supplier to the purchasing organization, and it includes details such as shipping routes, modes of transport, and any intermediaries involved.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to assign a transportation chain to the supplier master data. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Supplier Master Data:
  
  Go to the transaction code MK02 (Change Vendor) or MK01 (Create Vendor) in SAP.
  
  
  
  Select the Appropriate Vendor:
  
  Enter the vendor number for which you want to assign the transportation chain.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Purchasing View:
  
  Ensure you are in the purchasing view of the vendor master data.
  
  
  
  Assign Transportation Chain:
  
  Look for the field related to transportation chains (this may vary based on your SAP version and configuration).
  Enter the appropriate transportation chain that corresponds to the supplier.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the necessary information, save the changes to the vendor master data.
  
  
  
  Check for Additional Settings:
  
  Ensure that all related settings, such as shipping conditions and transportation zones, are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transportation Chain Definition: A transportation chain typically includes details about the route, mode of transport (e.g., truck, rail, air), and any specific handling instructions.
  Master Data Maintenance: Regularly review and maintain supplier master data to ensure that all necessary information is up to date and complete.
  Error Handling: If the error persists after making the changes, check for any additional dependencies or configurations that may be required in the logistics or procurement modules.
  Documentation and Support: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations related to your organization's setup.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the WRF_PRC_SCD484 error and ensure that the transportation chain is properly assigned in the supplier master data.