How To Fix /SCMTMS/MC_TLD608 - Cannot map location data (external to internal)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MC_TLD -

• Message number: 608

• Message text: Cannot map location data (external to internal)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLD608 - Cannot map location data (external to internal) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLD608 Cannot map location data (external to internal) typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with mapping external location data (like addresses or geographical coordinates) to internal SAP location data.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Mapping: The external location data may not have a corresponding internal location in the SAP system. This can happen if the external data is not properly configured or if there are discrepancies in the naming conventions or formats.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data formats between the external system and SAP TM. For example, differences in how addresses are formatted or how geographical coordinates are represented.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The mapping configuration in SAP TM may not be set up correctly, leading to failures in the mapping process.
  
  
  Data Quality Issues: Poor quality of external data, such as missing fields or incorrect values, can also lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Mapping Configuration: Review the mapping configuration in SAP TM to ensure that all necessary mappings between external and internal locations are correctly defined. This can typically be done in the customizing settings of SAP TM.
  
  
  Validate External Data: Ensure that the external location data being imported or processed is complete and correctly formatted. Check for any missing or incorrect fields that may prevent proper mapping.
  
  
  Create Missing Locations: If the external location does not have a corresponding internal location, you may need to create the missing location in SAP TM. This can involve creating a new location master record.
  
  
  Data Cleansing: Perform data cleansing on the external data to ensure that it adheres to the expected formats and standards required by SAP TM.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP TM you are using for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider enabling debugging or logging to get more detailed information about the mapping process and identify where it is failing.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can provide insights or solutions.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that may help in managing locations and mapping configurations, such as /SCMTMS/LOC for location management.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.