How To Fix /SAPAPO/SDP_TLBGUI120 - Source and target locations are of type Transportation Zone (&1 &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SDP_TLBGUI -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Source and target locations are of type Transportation Zone (&1 &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP_TLBGUI120 - Source and target locations are of type Transportation Zone (&1 &2) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SDP_TLBGUI120 indicates that there is an issue with the source and target locations being classified as Transportation Zones in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) system, specifically in the context of the Transportation Load Builder (TLB) or similar planning functions.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  Transportation Zones: Both the source and target locations are defined as Transportation Zones in the system. Transportation Zones are used to group locations for transportation planning purposes, but they cannot be used directly as source or target locations in certain planning scenarios.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the master data setup, where locations that should be defined as plants or warehouses are incorrectly set up as Transportation Zones.
  Planning Scenario: The planning scenario being executed may not support the use of Transportation Zones as source or target locations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Location Types:
  
  Verify the definitions of the source and target locations in the system. Ensure that they are set up as appropriate types (e.g., plants or warehouses) rather than Transportation Zones.
  You can check this in the SAP GUI under the relevant master data transaction (e.g., SPRO for configuration).
  
  
  
  Adjust Master Data:
  
  If the locations are incorrectly defined, you may need to change their type in the master data settings. This may involve reclassifying them from Transportation Zones to the correct type (e.g., plant or storage location).
  
  
  
  Review Planning Parameters:
  
  Check the planning parameters and settings in the TLB or the relevant planning function to ensure that they are configured to handle the types of locations you are using.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to Transportation Zones and the specific planning function you are using to ensure compliance with the expected configurations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the planning scenario again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP APO and Transportation Management to better understand the implications of using Transportation Zones.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.