How To Fix /SCMTMS/MC_MAP_TNC101 - Error while determining transshipment location

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MC_MAP_TNC -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Error while determining transshipment location

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_MAP_TNC101 - Error while determining transshipment location ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_MAP_TNC101 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to determine a transshipment location during the planning or execution of transportation processes. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving it.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The transshipment location may not be defined in the system, or the master data for the location (such as location type, transportation zones, etc.) may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for transshipment in SAP TM may not be set up correctly. This includes settings related to transportation lanes, routes, and transshipment points.
  Transportation Network Issues: The transportation network may not have been properly defined, leading to the inability to find a suitable transshipment location.
  Incompatible Transportation Modes: The transportation modes defined for the shipment may not be compatible with the transshipment locations available in the system.
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters or heuristics used may not be set up to consider transshipment locations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that the transshipment locations are correctly defined in the system. Ensure that all necessary master data (e.g., locations, transportation zones) is complete and accurate.
  Review Configuration: Go through the configuration settings for transshipment in SAP TM. Ensure that the transportation lanes and routes are correctly defined and that transshipment points are included in the planning process.
  Validate Transportation Network: Ensure that the transportation network is properly set up and that all relevant locations are included in the network.
  Examine Transportation Modes: Check the transportation modes assigned to the shipment and ensure they are compatible with the transshipment locations.
  Adjust Planning Parameters: Review and adjust the planning parameters or heuristics to ensure they consider transshipment locations during the planning process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PLANNER to access the planning board and analyze the transportation planning process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on resolving this error.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on configuring transshipment in SAP TM.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP TM expert for further assistance.
  
  By systematically addressing the potential causes and implementing the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the /SCMTMS/MC_MAP_TNC101 error effectively.