How To Fix /SAPAPO/LTTYPE006 - Location does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/LTTYPE -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Location does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/LTTYPE006 - Location does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/LTTYPE006 Location does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a specified location in the master data. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during planning runs, data uploads, or when executing certain transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Location Master Data: The location you are trying to reference does not exist in the system. This could be due to it not being created or it being deleted.
  Incorrect Location ID: The location ID being used in the transaction or process may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the APO system is not properly synchronized with the ERP system, it may not have the latest location data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the location data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Location Master Data:
  
  Go to the location master data in the SAP system (transaction code /SAPAPO/LOC1 or similar) and verify if the location exists.
  If it does not exist, create the location using the appropriate transaction.
  
  
  
  Verify Location ID:
  
  Double-check the location ID being used in the transaction or process to ensure it is correct.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If you suspect data synchronization issues, check the integration between SAP ERP and SAP APO. Ensure that the location data is correctly replicated from the ERP system to APO.
  You may need to run the relevant data transfer programs or check the CIF (Core Interface) settings.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access the location data. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Logs:
  
  Check the application logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or details that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SAPAPO/LOC1 for location master data maintenance, /SAPAPO/OM for order management, and /SAPAPO/MC for monitoring.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on location master data and its configuration in APO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or APO support team for further investigation.