How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE137 - IATA location &1 invalid; enter a valid IATA location

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: IATA location &1 invalid; enter a valid IATA location

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE137 - IATA location &1 invalid; enter a valid IATA location ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE137 indicates that the IATA location code you are trying to use is invalid. This error typically occurs in the context of transportation management within SAP, where IATA codes are used to identify airports and other transportation hubs.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid IATA Code: The IATA location code entered does not exist in the system or is incorrectly formatted.
  Missing Master Data: The IATA location may not be defined in the relevant master data tables in SAP.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the data has been recently updated or imported, there may be synchronization issues leading to the code not being recognized.
  User Input Error: There may be a typographical error in the IATA code entered by the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify IATA Code: Check the IATA code you are entering for accuracy. Ensure that it is a valid and correctly formatted IATA code.
  Check Master Data: 
  
  Go to the relevant master data tables (e.g., /SCMTMS/LOCATIONS) and verify if the IATA location exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create a new location entry with the correct IATA code.
  
  
  Data Maintenance: If the IATA code is valid but not found in the system, you may need to maintain the master data:
  
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration settings and maintain the location data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to manage IATA locations within your specific version of SAP.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  IATA Codes: The International Air Transport Association (IATA) assigns unique three-letter codes to airports and other locations. Ensure you are using the correct codes as per the latest IATA directory.
  SAP Transportation Management (TM): Familiarize yourself with the transportation management module in SAP, as it may have specific requirements or configurations related to location management.
  Error Logs: Check SAP error logs for additional context or related error messages that may provide more insight into the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.