How To Fix /SCMTMS/MC_TLOC_ASS050 - Do not enter a location and a zone for the same assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MC_TLOC_ASS -

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Do not enter a location and a zone for the same assignment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLOC_ASS050 - Do not enter a location and a zone for the same assignment ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLOC_ASS050 indicates that there is a conflict in the assignment of transportation locations and zones within the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module. Specifically, the error arises when both a location and a zone are specified for the same assignment, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  Configuration Issue: The system is configured to expect either a location or a zone for a particular assignment, but both have been provided.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of a transportation lane, route, or other related objects, both a location and a zone may have been inadvertently entered.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for transportation lanes or locations may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Assignment:
  
  Check the specific assignment where the error occurred. Ensure that you are not entering both a location and a zone for the same assignment.
  If both are present, decide which one is appropriate for your scenario and remove the other.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the SAP TM module to ensure that the rules for location and zone assignments are correctly defined.
  Make sure that the system is set up to handle your business requirements without conflicts.
  
  
  
  Master Data Validation:
  
  Validate the master data for transportation lanes, locations, and zones to ensure that they are correctly defined and do not have conflicting entries.
  If necessary, update the master data to correct any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the assignment again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on the specific configuration and data entry requirements for transportation management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in data entry and configuration are adequately trained on the requirements for transportation location and zone assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.