How To Fix /SCMTMS/COPY_CONTROL016 - Cannot load target business object &1 data; no instance keys supplied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/COPY_CONTROL -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Cannot load target business object &1 data; no instance keys supplied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/COPY_CONTROL016 - Cannot load target business object &1 data; no instance keys supplied ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/COPY_CONTROL016 indicates that there is an issue with loading data for a target business object because no instance keys have been supplied. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to copy or transfer data between different business objects.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Instance Keys: The most common cause of this error is that the system is trying to load data for a target business object, but the necessary instance keys (unique identifiers for the business objects) are not provided. This can happen if the source object does not have the required keys or if there is a misconfiguration in the data transfer process.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the copy control settings or the mapping between source and target business objects.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: If the source data is incomplete or corrupted, it may not provide the necessary keys for the target object.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Instance Keys: Ensure that the instance keys for the source business object are correctly defined and passed to the target business object. You may need to review the logic that generates or retrieves these keys.
  
  
  Review Copy Control Settings: Go to the copy control settings in SAP TM and verify that the configuration is correct. Ensure that the mapping between the source and target business objects is properly set up.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data in the source business object to ensure that it is complete and that all necessary keys are present. If there are missing keys, you may need to correct the data.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the instance keys are being lost or not generated. This may involve looking at the relevant ABAP code or configuration settings.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific business objects you are working with. There may be specific requirements or known issues that could provide additional insights.
  
  
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with details about the error, the context in which it occurs, and any relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/ to access the relevant configuration settings in SAP TM.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message or the specific business objects you are working with. SAP Notes often contain fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting on SAP community forums for additional insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.