How To Fix /SCMTMS/MC_TLD102 - Transshipment location chain &1 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MC_TLD -

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Transshipment location chain &1 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLD102 - Transshipment location chain &1 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLD102 indicates that a transshipment location chain already exists for the specified location. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when you are trying to create or modify a transshipment location chain that conflicts with an existing one.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by an attempt to create a new transshipment location chain that overlaps with an existing chain for the same location. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate entries being created inadvertently.
  Incorrect configuration or data entry when setting up transshipment locations.
  A misunderstanding of the existing transshipment chains and their configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Transshipment Chains:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or configuration area in SAP TM where transshipment locations are managed.
  Review the existing transshipment location chains to identify the one that is causing the conflict.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Chains:
  
  If the existing chain is no longer needed, consider deleting it.
  If it is still required, you may need to modify the new chain you are trying to create to avoid the conflict.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to transshipment location chains to ensure you understand the requirements and constraints.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that the data being entered is consistent and does not violate any business rules or constraints set in the system.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific configuration and setup of your SAP environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that deal with transshipment locations, such as /SCMTMS/TLD for managing transshipment locations.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for transshipment in the SAP TM customizing (SPRO) to ensure they are set up correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.