How To Fix /SCMTMS/GEORC_OTALM004 - Database access failure for one-time location

/SCMTMS/GEORC_OTALM004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/GEORC_OTALM -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Database access failure for one-time location

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/GEORC_OTALM004 - Database access failure for one-time location ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/GEORC_OTALM004 Database access failure for one-time location typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue accessing the database for a one-time location. This can happen for various reasons, including database connectivity issues, missing data, or configuration problems.
  Causes:
  
  Database Connectivity Issues: There may be a problem with the connection to the database, such as network issues or database server downtime.
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The one-time location may not be properly defined in the system, or required data may be missing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the data related to the one-time location.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues with the configuration of the Transportation Management system or the underlying database settings.
  System Performance Issues: High load on the database or system performance issues can lead to timeouts or failures in accessing data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Connectivity: Ensure that the