/SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP660 - No transportation mode defined for direct shipment option

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP -

• Message number: 660

• Message text: No transportation mode defined for direct shipment option

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP660 - No transportation mode defined for direct shipment option ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP660 indicates that there is no transportation mode defined for a direct shipment option in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) system. This error typically arises when trying to create or process a transportation request or shipment that requires a specific transportation mode, but none has been configured for the direct shipment option.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause is that the transportation mode for direct shipments has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The master data related to transportation modes, such as the transportation lane or the shipment type, may not be correctly set up.
  Inconsistent Settings: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings for transportation management, such as missing links between the transportation mode and the direct shipment option.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define Transportation Mode:
  
  Go to the SAP TM configuration settings.
  Navigate to the section for defining transportation modes.
  Ensure that a transportation mode is defined for direct shipments. This can typically be found under the path: SPRO > Logistics Execution > Transportation > Basic Transportation Functions > Define Transportation Modes.
  
  
  
  Check Transportation Lane:
  
  Verify that the transportation lane used for the shipment has the correct transportation mode assigned.
  You can check this in the transportation lane configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Shipment Type:
  
  Ensure that the shipment type being used supports direct shipments and has the necessary transportation mode assigned.
  
  
  
  Master Data Consistency:
  
  Check the master data for any inconsistencies that might affect the transportation mode assignment.
  Ensure that all relevant master data (e.g., locations, carriers) is correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring transportation management and transportation modes.
  Community Forums: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP660 and ensure that your direct shipment options are properly configured in SAP TM.