How To Fix /SCMTMS/MC_TLOC_ASS053 - You cannot assign a location to itself

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MC_TLOC_ASS -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: You cannot assign a location to itself

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLOC_ASS053 - You cannot assign a location to itself ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLOC_ASS053 indicates that there is an attempt to assign a location to itself in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a transportation lane or location assignment where the source and destination locations are the same.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system does not allow a location to be assigned as both the source and destination in a transportation lane. This is a logical restriction since it does not make sense for a location to transport goods to itself.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should check the following:
  
  
  Review the Transportation Lane Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction where you are trying to create or modify the transportation lane.
  Ensure that the source and destination locations are different. If they are the same, change one of them to a different location.
  
  
  
  Check Location Master Data:
  
  Verify the master data for the locations involved. Ensure that the locations are correctly defined and that you are not mistakenly selecting the same location for both source and destination.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Parameters:
  
  If you are using planning parameters or templates, ensure that they are set up correctly and do not inadvertently reference the same location for both ends of the transportation lane.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to Transportation Management for guidance on setting up transportation lanes correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/TL for transportation lanes, which may help in troubleshooting.
  
  By ensuring that the source and destination locations are distinct, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your configuration in SAP TMS.