How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCCS_TMPL005 - Line no. &1 invalid with non-numeric characters; delete line and recreate

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCCS_TMPL -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Line no. &1 invalid with non-numeric characters; delete line and recreate

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS_TMPL005 - Line no. &1 invalid with non-numeric characters; delete line and recreate ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS_TMPL005 indicates that there is an issue with a specific line in a template or configuration related to Transportation Management (TM) in SAP. The error specifically states that the line number indicated (&1) contains non-numeric characters, which is not allowed in the context where it is being used.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Numeric Characters: The line number or identifier in the template contains characters that are not numeric (e.g., letters, special characters).
  Data Entry Error: This could be due to a manual data entry error where the user mistakenly entered invalid characters.
  Data Import Issues: If the data was imported from an external source, the source data might have contained invalid characters.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify the Line: Check the template or configuration where the error is occurring. Look for the line number indicated in the error message.
  Edit the Line: Remove any non-numeric characters from the line number or identifier. Ensure that it only contains valid numeric values.
  Delete and Recreate: If the line is corrupted or cannot be easily fixed, delete the line and recreate it with the correct numeric values.
  Validation: After making changes, validate the template to ensure that there are no further errors.
  Testing: If applicable, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them to production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Transportation Management documentation for guidelines on creating and managing templates.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that may help in managing templates (e.g., /SCMTMS/TCCS for template management).
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to edit templates in SAP TM.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.