Can my torque converter sensor cause my transmission not to shift

It could be many things;
Retrieve trouble code with a scanner.
1-Automatic transmission Oil level (Low).
2- If it's from a cold start overnight ...torque converter draining into oil pan when the torque converter is full of oil transmission will engage.
3- Internal defect like (One way clutch) freewheel (spinning) while it should lock
4- and more if not solve.
Hope it helps

Fault codes rarely cause any drivability related symptoms.
P0740 NISSAN - Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Circuit Fault
Possible causes

• Low transmission fluid level
• Dirty transmission fluid
• Faulty torque converter clutch solenoid valve
• Torque converter clutch solenoid valve harness is open or shorted
• Torque converter clutch solenoid valve circuit poor electrical connection

• P0826 means there is an issue with a circuit for the up and down switch, usually due to a disabled manual shifter or TCM placed in Limo-in mode.
• The presence of a stored code P0725 means that the powertrain control module (PCM) has detected a circuit malfunction with the engine speed sensor input signal. The engine speed input sensor is sometimes called the transmission input speed sensor and the input speed sensor. This type of code may be caused by a mechanical problem or an electrical problem

Im assuming you mean that the vehicle wont move when put it in gear and its an automatic! Check the transmission fluid level if it is ok check if vehicle will move in any other gear reverse 1 or L etc. If not it maybe a torque converter issue and maybe best for a transmission shop to sort

I suggest replacing your MODULATOR VALVE on the transmission. This valve, under pressure from the engine, controls how the vehicle shifts. It is possible that the valve is good, and you just have a leak in the rubber hose that connects to the valve. I have not heard any issues from the 02' Nissan Altima about the transmission. If the valve is disconnected from the hose, you should notice some smoke either from the transmission, or under the hood by the exhaust.(NOT ALWAYS NOTICEABLE) Second, the automatic transmission has several internal components, that if one fails, can cause a cascade of issues. The TORQUE CONVERTER under cyntrifical force, converts the power from your engine, into a hydrolic pump that feeds the transmission. If this becomes clogged, the transmission will not shift correctly. A transmission flush might cure your shifting issue. During the flush, replace the transmission filter. As if his is clogged for any reason, it will not supply enough fluid to the transmission, and could cause permanent damage to the transmission.I hope this helps. Good luck.

code p0731 p0732 are internal gear ratio trans. codes and p0172 vehicle running rich can also be caused if vehicle trans. is slipping

You must do the diagnostics for each code.
Here are the possibilitesP0740 DODGE - Torque Converter Clutch Circuithttp://engine-codes.com/p0740_dodge.htmlForum CodePossible causes- Low transmission fluid level
- Dirty transmission fluid
- Faulty torque converter clutch solenoid valve
- Torque converter clutch solenoid valve harness or connectors
- Torque converter clutch solenoid valve circuit is open or shorted
P0743 DODGE - Torque Converter Clutch Solenoid Circuithttp://engine-codes.com/p0743_dodge.htmlForum CodePossible causes- Faulty torque converter clutch solenoid valve
- Torque converter clutch solenoid valve harness or connectors
- Torque converter clutch solenoid valve circuit is open or shorted
- Low transmission fluid level
- Dirty transmission fluid

P0753 DODGEP0753 DODGE - 3-4 Shift Solenoid Relayhttp://engine-codes.com/p0753_dodge.htmlForum CodePossible causes- Faulty shift solenoid valve
- Shift solenoid valve harness or connectors
- Shift solenoid valve circuit is open or shorted
- Low transmission fluid level
- Dirty transmission fluid

CHECK TRANSMISSION FLUID LEVEL.IF TRANSMISSION FLUID AND FILTER BEEN CHANGED.MAKE SURE ENGINE FINE TUNED AND TRANSMISSION DOWN SHIFT CABLE HAS BEEN ADJUSTED.OTHER POSSIBLE CAUSES TRANSMISSION NOT SHIFT TO SECOND GEAR. YOU HAVE FAULTY STUCK 1 - 2 SHIFT SOLENOID. OR TORQUE CONVERTER SLIPPING NOT LOCKING UP DUE TO DAMAGED TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH VALVE OR TORQUE CONVERTER FAULTY.

It could be caused by many different things, modulator, vacuum leak, or shift sensor. Has it had a shift kit installed, this can also be a cause. It could also be a bad torque converter. Make sure the fluid is at the right level and the right type. You should have your car seen by a transmission specialist to get a diagnosis.

did you replace the torque converter I am having the same problem and I have been told the torque converter could be bad

It should be attached to transmission block, I will see if I find a diagram.