How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCC_MSG303 - DataSrcBindingError: Dist. calc.: to location (code &1) not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCC_MSG -

• Message number: 303

• Message text: DataSrcBindingError: Dist. calc.: to location (code &1) not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCC_MSG303 - DataSrcBindingError: Dist. calc.: to location (code &1) not found ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCC_MSG303 DataSrcBindingError: Dist. calc.: to location (code &1) not found typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to find a specified location in the distribution calculation process. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Location Master Data: The location code specified in the error message may not exist in the system. This could be due to data not being created or activated in the relevant master data tables.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for transportation management may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to recognize the location.
  
  
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the location data is supposed to be synchronized from another system (like SAP ERP), there may be issues with the data transfer or synchronization process.
  
  
  Inactive or Deleted Locations: The location might have been marked as inactive or deleted in the system, which would prevent it from being used in calculations.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to access the location data.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Location Master Data:
  
  Verify that the location code mentioned in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant master data transaction (e.g., using transaction code /SCMTMS/LOC).
  If the location does not exist, create it or activate it if it was previously inactive.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for transportation management is correctly set up. This includes checking the settings for location determination and distribution calculations.
  
  
  
  Data Synchronization:
  
  If the location data is supposed to be synchronized from another system, check the synchronization logs for any errors or issues. Ensure that the data transfer process is functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Inactive or Deleted Locations:
  
  Review the status of the location in the master data. If it has been marked as inactive or deleted, consider reactivating it if it is still needed.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the location data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/LOC for location management and /SCMTMS/TCC for transportation charge calculation.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Transportation Management for best practices in managing locations and distribution calculations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.