How To Fix /SCMTMS/SCH059 - Enter a location

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SCH -

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Enter a location

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH059 - Enter a location ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH059 Enter a location typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a user is trying to create or manage a transportation request, but has not specified a required location. This location could refer to a shipping point, a delivery location, or any other relevant location that is necessary for the transportation process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Location Data: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a required location field in the transportation request or related document.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the transportation management system, such as missing master data for locations.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the location or may have entered it incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter the Required Location: Go back to the screen where the error occurred and ensure that all required location fields are filled in correctly. This may include:
  
  Departure location
  Destination location
  Any intermediate locations if applicable
  
  
  
  Check Master Data: Ensure that the locations you are trying to use are correctly set up in the system. This includes:
  
  Validity of the location master data
  Ensuring that the locations are active and not marked for deletion
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that all necessary settings related to locations are correctly defined.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the fields and requirements for the transportation request you are working with.
  
  
  Seek Help from IT Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or IT department for assistance. They may have additional insights or access to logs that can help diagnose the problem.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering all required fields in transportation management processes to avoid similar errors in the future.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SCMTMS/SCH059 Enter a location error and continue with your transportation management tasks in SAP.