How To Fix /SCMTMS/TAL021 - No valid source location/transportation zone was entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TAL -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: No valid source location/transportation zone was entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TAL021 - No valid source location/transportation zone was entered ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TAL021 No valid source location/transportation zone was entered typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid source location or transportation zone for the transportation planning process. Here are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The source location or transportation zone may not be defined in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the master data for locations or transportation zones.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for transportation zones or locations may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing valid entries.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect or incomplete entries in the relevant tables.
  Transport Planning Object: The transport planning object (like a shipment or transportation requirement) may not have a valid source location assigned.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the source location and transportation zone are correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data transactions in SAP TM.
  Ensure that the location is active and has the necessary attributes assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for transportation zones in the SAP TM customizing settings. Ensure that the transportation zones are correctly mapped to the relevant locations.
  Make sure that the transportation zones are assigned to the correct transportation lanes.
  
  
  
  Validate Transport Planning Object:
  
  Review the transport planning object (e.g., shipment, transportation requirement) to ensure that it has a valid source location assigned.
  If necessary, reassign or update the source location in the transport planning object.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify any inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings.
  Correct any discrepancies found during the checks.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the configuration and master data requirements for transportation zones and locations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/LOC for managing locations and /SCMTMS/TZ for managing transportation zones.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCMTMS/TAL021.