/SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP729 - Define a transportation mode for the booking

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP -

• Message number: 729

• Message text: Define a transportation mode for the booking

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP729 - Define a transportation mode for the booking ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_OPT_EXP729 indicates that there is a missing configuration for a transportation mode in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically occurs when you attempt to create or process a booking without having defined a transportation mode for that booking.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system does not have a transportation mode defined for the specific booking or transportation request you are trying to process. This can happen if:
  
  The transportation mode has not been configured in the system.
  The transportation mode is not assigned to the relevant transportation lane or route.
  The transportation mode is not available for the specific planning scenario you are working with.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define a transportation mode in the system. Here are the steps you can follow:
  
  
  Access the TMS Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the TMS configuration area. This is usually found under Logistics -> Transportation -> Transportation Management -> Basic Settings.
  
  
  
  Define Transportation Modes:
  
  Look for the option to define transportation modes. This is typically found under Transportation Management -> Master Data -> Transportation Modes.
  Create a new transportation mode if it does not exist, or ensure that the existing transportation mode is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Assign Transportation Modes to Transportation Lanes:
  
  Navigate to the transportation lane configuration and ensure that the transportation mode is assigned to the relevant lanes. This can be found under Transportation Management -> Master Data -> Transportation Lanes.
  Make sure that the transportation mode is valid for the specific route and that it matches the requirements of your booking.
  
  
  
  Check Planning Scenarios:
  
  Ensure that the transportation mode is included in the planning scenarios you are using. This can be checked in the planning configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to create or process the booking again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring transportation modes and transportation lanes in SAP TMS.
  Transaction Codes: You may find transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLN useful for accessing planning-related functions in TMS.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the transportation modes are properly defined and assigned, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transportation planning activities.