How To Fix /SCMTMS/MC_MAP_PLN053 - Real-time data can only be determined if executing resource is on the map

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MC_MAP_PLN -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: Real-time data can only be determined if executing resource is on the map

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_MAP_PLN053 - Real-time data can only be determined if executing resource is on the map ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_MAP_PLN053 indicates that real-time data can only be determined if the executing resource is on the map. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to access or visualize real-time data related to transportation resources (like trucks or vehicles) that are not currently displayed on the map.
  Cause:
  
  
  Resource Not on Map: The primary cause of this error is that the resource (e.g., a vehicle or a shipment) you are trying to analyze or get real-time data for is not currently represented on the map. This could be due to:
  
  The resource is outside the defined geographical area of the map.
  The resource is not active or has not been updated in the system.
  The map view is not zoomed in or configured to show the specific resource.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SAP TM system that prevent the resource from being displayed correctly on the map.
  
  
  Data Synchronization: There might be a delay or issue with data synchronization between the transportation management system and the mapping service.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Resource Status: Ensure that the resource you are trying to view is active and has been updated in the system. You can check the status of the resource in the relevant transaction or application.
  
  
  Adjust Map View: Zoom in or adjust the map view to ensure that the resource is within the visible area of the map. You may need to refresh the map or re-enter the relevant transaction.
  
  
  Verify Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that the mapping service is correctly set up and that resources are being displayed as expected.
  
  
  Data Refresh: If there are issues with data synchronization, try refreshing the data or reloading the map to see if the resource appears.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on troubleshooting mapping issues in SAP TM.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance, as they may have more insights into specific configurations or known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP TM Documentation: Review the official SAP Transportation Management documentation for more details on mapping and real-time data functionalities.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully access the real-time data for the executing resource in SAP TM.