How To Fix /SCMTMS/MSG004 - Location &1 has another location type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/MSG -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Location &1 has another location type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/MSG004 - Location &1 has another location type ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/MSG004 Location &1 has another location type typically occurs in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS) when there is a mismatch in the location type assigned to a specific location. This can happen when the system expects a certain type of location (e.g., a plant, a warehouse, a customer location, etc.) but finds that the location has been defined with a different type.
  Cause:
  
  Location Type Mismatch: The location you are trying to use is defined in the system with a different location type than what is expected for the operation you are performing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the TMS that are not aligned with the actual definitions of the locations in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when creating or modifying locations can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Location Definition: 
  
  Go to the location master data in SAP and verify the type of the location that is causing the error. Ensure that it is defined correctly according to your business requirements.
  You can check this in the TMS configuration under the relevant settings for locations.
  
  
  
  Correct Location Type:
  
  If the location type is incorrect, you may need to change it to the appropriate type that matches the expected type for the operation you are performing.
  This may involve updating the location in the master data or creating a new location with the correct type.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the TMS to ensure that they are set up correctly for the types of locations you are using.
  Ensure that the system is configured to recognize the location types you are working with.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to manage location types and resolve related issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more detailed insights based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/LOC to access location data or /SCMTMS/CONFIG for configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify location data in the TMS.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.