How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCCS253 - Line number &1: Defined by ref.-from line; entry does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCCS -

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Line number &1: Defined by ref.-from line; entry does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS253 - Line number &1: Defined by ref.-from line; entry does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS253 Line number &1: Defined by ref.-from line; entry does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that there is a reference to a line item in a transportation document (like a shipment or a transportation request) that does not exist or is not defined correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Entry: The line number referenced in the error message does not correspond to any existing entry in the relevant document. This could happen if the line was deleted or if there was an error during data entry.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect references in the configuration or master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the transportation management process may not be set up correctly, leading to references that do not match existing entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Line Number: Verify the line number mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it corresponds to an existing entry in the relevant document.
  Review Document Entries: Go through the transportation document (e.g., shipment, transportation request) to ensure that all line items are correctly defined and that none have been inadvertently deleted or modified.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the relevant master data and configuration settings to ensure that all necessary entries are present and correctly defined.
  Recreate the Entry: If the entry is missing, you may need to recreate it or correct the reference to point to an existing line item.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TS (for Transportation Management) to access relevant documents and check their details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program logic to identify where the reference is failing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.