/SCMTMS/ORG_UNIT001 - Field unit role is not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/ORG_UNIT -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Field unit role is not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/ORG_UNIT001 - Field unit role is not maintained ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/ORG_UNIT001 Field unit role is not maintained typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the organizational unit configuration. This error indicates that a required role for a specific organizational unit has not been defined or maintained in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Role Assignment: The organizational unit (like a transportation planning unit or a shipping point) does not have a role assigned to it. Roles are necessary for the system to understand how to use the organizational unit in various processes.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings related to organizational units in the SAP TM module.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data related to organizational units, which can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Organizational Unit Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the configuration settings for Transportation Management.
  Check the organizational units and ensure that the necessary roles are assigned to each unit.
  
  
  
  Maintain Unit Roles:
  
  Use transaction code /SCMTMS/ORG_UNIT to access the organizational unit settings.
  Select the relevant organizational unit and check if the required roles (like "Transportation Planning Unit", "Shipping Point", etc.) are maintained.
  If roles are missing, add the appropriate roles to the organizational unit.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all relevant master data (like locations, transportation lanes, etc.) is correctly set up and linked to the organizational units.
  
  
  
  Transport Request:
  
  If changes are made, ensure that they are transported correctly if you are working in a multi-system landscape.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the functionality that was causing the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on organizational unit configuration in SAP TM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or TM functional team for further investigation.