How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCCS128 - Reference-from line &1 is greater or equal to item line &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCCS -

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Reference-from line &1 is greater or equal to item line &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS128 - Reference-from line &1 is greater or equal to item line &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS128 indicates that there is a reference issue in the Transportation Management System (TMS) where the reference line number is greater than or equal to the item line number. This typically occurs in scenarios involving transportation planning, where the system expects a certain order of processing or referencing between items.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Line Reference: The error usually arises when there is an attempt to reference a line item that does not exist or is out of the expected range. For example, if you are trying to reference line item 3, but there are only 2 items, this error will occur.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrectly configured items in the transport order or shipment.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect settings in the TMS configuration can lead to improper handling of item references.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Line References: Review the line references in your transport order or shipment. Ensure that the line numbers being referenced are valid and exist in the context you are working with.
  Data Validation: Validate the data in the transport order or shipment to ensure that all items are correctly defined and that there are no missing entries.
  Recreate the Document: If the issue persists, consider recreating the transport order or shipment to ensure that all items are correctly configured.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to TMS for any specific guidelines or updates that may address this issue.
  SAP Support: If the problem cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help diagnose the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in TMS, such as /SCMTMS/ORDER for transport orders or /SCMTMS/SHIP for shipments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to TMS errors.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.