How To Fix /SCMTMS/OM254 - Consignment order &1 with external ID &2: Location doesn't match

/SCMTMS/OM254 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/OM -

• Message number: 254

• Message text: Consignment order &1 with external ID &2: Location doesn't match

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/OM254 - Consignment order &1 with external ID &2: Location doesn't match ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/OM254 indicates that there is a mismatch between the location specified in the consignment order and the location associated with the external ID. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when processing consignment orders.
  
  Cause:
  
  Location Mismatch: The location defined in the consignment order does not match the location that is associated with the external ID. This could be due to incorrect data entry or configuration.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the location master data or the external ID mapping.
  Incorrect External ID: The external ID may not be correctly linked to the intended location in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Location Data: Check the location defined in the consignment order and ensure it matches the location associated with the external ID. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant transaction or application where the consignment order is created.
  Reviewing the details