How To Fix /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL383 - Location cannot be deleted because further documents are assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL -

• Message number: 383

• Message text: Location cannot be deleted because further documents are assigned

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL383 - Location cannot be deleted because further documents are assigned ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/PLN_VSR_OL383 indicates that a location cannot be deleted because there are further documents or assignments associated with it. This is a common issue in SAP systems, particularly in the context of Transportation Management (TM) or Supply Chain Management (SCM).
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  Assigned Documents: The location you are trying to delete has one or more documents (such as transportation requests, shipments, or other related objects) that reference it.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or relationships with other master data or transactional data that prevent the deletion.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may enforce restrictions on deleting locations that are still in use.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check for Assigned Documents:
  
  Use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/LOC or relevant reports to check if there are any documents assigned to the location.
  Look for transportation requests, shipments, or any other related documents that might be linked to the location.
  
  
  
  Delete or Unassign Documents:
  
  If you find any documents associated with the location, you will need to either delete those documents (if they are no longer needed) or unassign the location from those documents.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform these actions.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Check if there are any other dependencies or configurations that might be preventing the deletion. This could include checking for any active processes or workflows that involve the location.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling locations in your version of SAP TM or SCM.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to identify the documents or dependencies causing the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM/SCM for managing locations and documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete locations and manage associated documents.
  Testing in Development: If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to better understand the dependencies before making changes in the production environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.