How To Fix /SCMTMS/SCH547 - Deletion is not possible; location &2 of departure referenced by &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SCH -

• Message number: 547

• Message text: Deletion is not possible; location &2 of departure referenced by &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH547 - Deletion is not possible; location &2 of departure referenced by &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH547 indicates that a deletion operation is not possible because the location of departure referenced by a specific object (like a shipment or transportation request) is still in use or referenced by another object. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM).
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The location you are trying to delete is still being referenced by other objects, such as shipments, transportation requests, or other planning documents.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent the deletion of objects that are still in use, which helps maintain the consistency of the data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check References: Identify which objects are referencing the location you are trying to delete. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction codes like /SCMTMS/SHIP or /SCMTMS/TRANSPORT to check for active shipments or transportation requests.
  Reviewing the relevant tables in the database to find any dependencies.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Dependent Objects: If you find that there are active shipments or requests referencing the location:
  
  Either delete those objects if they are no longer needed.
  Or modify them to remove the reference to the location you want to delete.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt Deletion: Once you have ensured that there are no active references to the location, try to delete the location again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the dependencies or how to proceed, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/SHIP for shipments and /SCMTMS/TRANSPORT for transportation requests.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address specific issues.
  Data Model: Understanding the data model of SAP TM can help you better navigate the relationships between different objects and their dependencies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully delete the location if it is no longer in use.