How To Fix /SCMTMS/MC_TLOCCHAIN109 - Geographical object &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MC_TLOCCHAIN -

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Geographical object &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLOCCHAIN109 - Geographical object &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MC_TLOCCHAIN109 indicates that a geographical object (such as a location, region, or other geographical entity) referenced in the system does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is trying to access or process data related to geographical locations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Geographical Object: The geographical object (e.g., a location or region) that is being referenced in the transaction or process does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for geographical objects may not be set up correctly, leading to references to non-existent objects.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing entries in the location master data or incorrect mappings.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the geographical object was recently created or modified, it may not have been transported correctly to the system where the error is occurring.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existence of the Object: Verify if the geographical object referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., location master data) and searching for the object.
  Create or Correct the Object: If the object does not exist, you may need to create it. If it exists but is not correctly configured, make the necessary adjustments.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings related to geographical objects in SAP TM. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any inconsistencies in the master data. This may involve running reports or using transaction codes that help identify missing or incorrect entries.
  Transport Issues: If the object was recently created or modified, ensure that the transport requests have been correctly released and imported into the target system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/LOC to manage location master data or /SCMTMS/CONFIG for configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for documentation on Transportation Management and geographical object management.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.