How To Fix /SCMTMS/MC_TLD208 - Transshipment location &1 unknown in variant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MC_TLD -

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Transshipment location &1 unknown in variant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLD208 - Transshipment location &1 unknown in variant &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLD208 Transshipment location &1 unknown in variant &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system cannot recognize a specified transshipment location in a given variant. This can happen for several reasons, including configuration issues or data inconsistencies.
  Cause:
  
  Unknown Transshipment Location: The transshipment location specified in the variant does not exist in the system or is not properly configured.
  Incorrect Variant Configuration: The variant being referenced may not be set up correctly or may not include the necessary transshipment locations.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries for the transshipment location.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the transshipment location.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transshipment Location:
  
  Verify that the transshipment location specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data in SAP TM.
  Ensure that the location is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Variant Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the variant referenced in the error message. Ensure that it includes the correct transshipment locations.
  If necessary, modify the variant to include the correct transshipment location.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the master data to identify any discrepancies or missing entries related to the transshipment location.
  Correct any inconsistencies found.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the transshipment location.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to adjust the user's roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring transshipment locations and variants in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/LOC to manage locations or /SCMTMS/VAR to manage variants.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to this error message.
  Custom Development: If your organization has custom developments or enhancements in place, ensure that they are not interfering with standard functionality.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLD208.