How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCC_TCEXT003 - Source location could not be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCC_TCEXT -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Source location could not be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCC_TCEXT003 - Source location could not be determined ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCC_TCEXT003 Source location could not be determined typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to identify the source location for a transportation requirement or a related process. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is crucial for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The source location (e.g., a plant, storage location, or shipping point) may not be defined in the system or may be incorrectly configured.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for transportation lanes, routes, or other related master data may not be set up correctly.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the transportation management system and the logistics execution system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data.
  Incomplete Transportation Requirement: The transportation requirement may be incomplete or missing critical information that is needed to determine the source location.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the source location (plant, storage location, etc.) is correctly defined in the system.
  Ensure that the relevant master data is maintained and consistent across the systems involved.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for transportation lanes and routes to ensure they are correctly set up.
  Ensure that the transportation management settings align with the logistics execution settings.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks to identify any discrepancies between the transportation management and logistics execution data.
  Use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TCC to analyze and troubleshoot transportation-related issues.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the required data and perform the necessary actions.
  
  
  
  Complete Transportation Requirement:
  
  Review the transportation requirement to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out and that the data is complete.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the system is failing to determine the source location.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/TCC for transportation cockpit and /SCMTMS/PR for managing transportation requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and guides related to Transportation Management for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  
  If the issue continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.