How To Fix /SCMB/SCR_BIF005 - Location &1 (&2) could not be converted to internal view

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMB/SCR_BIF -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Location &1 (&2) could not be converted to internal view

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMB/SCR_BIF005 - Location &1 (&2) could not be converted to internal view ?

  The SAP error message /SCMB/SCR_BIF005 Location &1 (&2) could not be converted to internal view typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) when the system is unable to convert a location (such as a plant, storage location, or other logistical entity) into its internal representation. This can happen for several reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Location Data: The location specified may not exist in the system or may have been deleted or archived.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the location, such as missing or incorrect entries in the location master data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the location data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SCM system that prevent the proper mapping of the location to its internal representation.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, there may be issues with the transport that affect the location data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Location Existence: Check if the location specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., transaction code OX10 for plants).
  Check Master Data: Review the master data for the location to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the location data. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to the location in the SCM system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  Transport Review: If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the transport process.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to identify where the conversion is failing.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP Notes often provide patches or workarounds for known issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to location management in SCM for any additional insights or best practices.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums or discussion groups, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation.