How To Fix /SCMTMS/SCH_UPLOAD053 - IATA location code &1 does not exist in Customizing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SCH_UPLOAD -

• Message number: 053

• Message text: IATA location code &1 does not exist in Customizing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH_UPLOAD053 - IATA location code &1 does not exist in Customizing ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SCH_UPLOAD053 indicates that the IATA location code specified does not exist in the system's Customizing settings. This error typically arises when you are trying to upload or process data related to transportation management, and the system cannot find the specified IATA location code in its configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing IATA Location Code: The IATA location code you are trying to use has not been defined in the Customizing settings of the SAP system.
  Typographical Error: There may be a typo in the IATA code you are trying to upload or reference.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system, the IATA codes may not have been included or correctly mapped in the migration process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Navigate to the Customizing settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO).
  Go to the relevant section for Transportation Management and check if the IATA location code is defined.
  If it is not defined, you will need to create a new entry for the IATA location code.
  
  
  
  Create or Update IATA Location Code:
  
  If the IATA code is missing, you can create it by following these steps:
  
  Go to the relevant Customizing path (e.g., Logistics Execution -> Transportation -> Basic Transportation Data -> Location -> Define Locations).
  Add the new IATA location code with the necessary details.
  
  
  If the code exists but is incorrect, update it with the correct information.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Input:
  
  Double-check the data you are trying to upload or process to ensure that the IATA code is entered correctly without any typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for the specific IATA codes that should be used in your business context.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the upload or process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  IATA Codes: These are standardized codes used to identify airports and locations in the airline industry. Ensure that you are using the correct and up-to-date codes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Transport Management Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the overall configuration of the SAP Transportation Management module to understand how location codes are utilized.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.