How To Fix /SCMB/MDL_BASIC021 - Location(s) not found

/SCMB/MDL_BASIC021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/MDL_BASIC -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Location(s) not found

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/SCMB/MDL_BASIC021 - Details

• The SAP error message /SCMB/MDL_BASIC021 Location(s) not found typically occurs in the context of Supply Chain Management (SCM) when the system is unable to find the specified location(s) in the master data. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The location (e.g., plant, storage location, or distribution center) may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Location Code: The location code provided in the transaction may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Inactive Locations: The location may exist but is marked as inactive or not available for use.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the location data.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems (like ERP), there may be synchronization issues leading to missing data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the location exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data