How To Fix /SCMTMS/LOC_ADAPTER011 - Invalid key value for key &1: structured key expected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/LOC_ADAPTER -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Invalid key value for key &1: structured key expected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/LOC_ADAPTER011 - Invalid key value for key &1: structured key expected ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/LOC_ADAPTER011 Invalid key value for key &1: structured key expected typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the key value being passed to a function or method that expects a structured key format.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Key Format: The error indicates that the key value provided does not conform to the expected structured key format. In SAP TM, structured keys often consist of multiple components (e.g., object type, ID, etc.) that are concatenated in a specific way.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity in the system, such as missing or incorrectly formatted data that is supposed to be part of the key.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the TM settings or in the integration with other SAP modules or systems can lead to this error.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might not be handling keys correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Key Format: Verify the format of the key being passed. Ensure that it matches the expected structured key format required by the function or method.
  Data Validation: Check the data in the relevant tables to ensure that all necessary components of the key are present and correctly formatted.
  Review Configuration: Review the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that they are set up correctly. This includes checking any relevant customizing settings.
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP debugger, you can set breakpoints in the relevant code to inspect the key values being passed and identify where the issue arises.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific function or method you are using to understand the expected key structure.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves standard SAP functionality.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/LOC for location management, to better understand the context of the error.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.