How To Fix /SCMTMS/OM070 - Document cannot be set to "In Process"; it contains obsolete locations

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/OM -

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Document cannot be set to "In Process"; it contains obsolete locations

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/OM070 - Document cannot be set to "In Process"; it contains obsolete locations ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/OM070 Document cannot be set to "In Process"; it contains obsolete locations typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the document you are trying to process (such as a transportation order or shipment) contains locations that are marked as obsolete in the system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Locations: The locations (such as shipping points, delivery addresses, or other relevant locations) associated with the document have been marked as obsolete in the system. This could happen due to data maintenance activities, such as the deletion or deactivation of locations that are no longer valid.
  Data Integrity Issues: The presence of obsolete locations can lead to data integrity issues, as the system cannot process documents that reference invalid or inactive locations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify Obsolete Locations:
  
  Check the document (e.g., transportation order, shipment) to identify which locations are marked as obsolete.
  You can do this by reviewing the details of the document in the SAP TM interface.
  
  
  
  Update the Document:
  
  If the locations are indeed obsolete, you will need to update the document to reference valid locations. This may involve:
  
  Changing the shipping point or delivery address to a valid one.
  Creating new locations if necessary.
  
  
  
  
  
  Reactivate Locations (if applicable):
  
  If the locations should not have been marked as obsolete, you can consider reactivating them in the system. This typically involves changing the status of the location in the relevant master data.
  
  
  
  Consult with Data Management Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the validity of the locations or how to proceed, consult with your data management or master data team to ensure that the changes align with business processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, attempt to set the document to "In Process" again to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/OM for managing transportation orders.
  Master Data Maintenance: Understand how to maintain master data in SAP, particularly for locations, to prevent similar issues in the future.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources related to transportation management and location management for further insights.
  
  Preventive Measures:
  
  Regularly audit and maintain master data to ensure that obsolete locations are properly managed.
  Implement data governance practices to prevent the inadvertent marking of valid locations as obsolete.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your transportation documents can be processed correctly.