How To Fix /SCMTMS/MC_TLOC_ASS301 - Enter a transshipment location

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MC_TLOC_ASS -

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Enter a transshipment location

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLOC_ASS301 - Enter a transshipment location ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLOC_ASS301 typically indicates that a transshipment location needs to be specified in the context of a transportation management process. This error often arises in scenarios where a transshipment point is required for the transportation of goods, but it has not been defined or is missing in the relevant configuration or transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Transshipment Location: The most common cause is that the transshipment location has not been specified in the transportation order or shipment document.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the transportation management system (TMS) where transshipment locations are not properly set up.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have overlooked entering the transshipment location during the creation of a transportation order or shipment.
  Master Data Issues: The master data for locations may not be complete or may not include the necessary transshipment locations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify Transshipment Location: Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., creating or editing a transportation order) and ensure that a valid transshipment location is entered.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the TMS to ensure that transshipment locations are defined correctly. This can be done in the customizing settings under the transportation management module.
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data for locations includes the necessary transshipment locations. You may need to create or update location master data in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly set up and manage transshipment locations in your specific version of SAP.
  User Training: If the error is due to user oversight, consider providing additional training or resources to users involved in transportation management processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TMS, such as /SCMTMS/ORDER for transportation orders or /SCMTMS/SHIP for shipments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLOC_ASS301 and ensure that transshipment locations are properly utilized in your transportation management processes.