How To Fix /SCMTMS/SCH109 - Location sequence number &1 already used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SCH -

• Message number: 109

• Message text: Location sequence number &1 already used

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH109 - Location sequence number &1 already used ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH109 Location sequence number &1 already used typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an attempt to assign a location sequence number that has already been used in the system. This can happen during the creation or modification of transportation planning documents, such as transportation requests or shipments.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Location Sequence Number: The specific location sequence number you are trying to use has already been assigned to another location or transportation planning document.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in data entry, leading to the reuse of a sequence number.
  System Configuration: The configuration settings in SAP TM may not be set up to allow for the reuse of location sequence numbers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Assignments: Review the existing location sequence numbers in the system to identify where the sequence number is already in use. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report that lists location sequences.
  Use a Different Sequence Number: If the sequence number is indeed in use, you will need to select a different, unused sequence number for your current operation.
  Review Configuration: If you believe that the sequence number should be available for reuse, check the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that the system is set up correctly to handle location sequence numbers.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing location sequences in SAP TM.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/LOC for managing locations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify location sequences in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your transportation planning activities in SAP TM.