How To Fix /SAPAPO/SRC098 - &1: Destination location &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/SRC -

• Message number: 098

• Message text: &1: Destination location &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/SRC098 - &1: Destination location &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/SRC098 &1: Destination location &2 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when the system is unable to find a specified destination location in the master data. This can happen during various processes, such as planning, transportation, or when executing certain transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Master Data: The destination location (e.g., a plant, storage location, or distribution center) has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The location may exist in the system but is not properly configured or activated for the specific planning area or scenario.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from another system (like SAP ERP), there may have been an issue during the data transfer that resulted in the destination location not being created.
  Typographical Errors: There may be a typo in the location ID being referenced in the transaction or planning run.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SAPAPO/LOC3 for location master data) and verify if the destination location exists.
  If it does not exist, create the location using the appropriate transaction.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the location is correctly configured in the planning area. Check the settings in the configuration for the planning area to ensure that the location is included.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  If the location should exist but does not, check the data transfer logs if applicable. Ensure that the data transfer from SAP ERP or other systems was successful and that the location was included.
  
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors:
  
  Double-check the input for any typos in the location ID. Ensure that the correct format and naming conventions are being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing master data in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/LOC3 for location master data.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.