How To Fix /SCMTMS/TDL015 - Source and destination must not be the same

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TDL -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Source and destination must not be the same

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TDL015 - Source and destination must not be the same ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TDL015 indicates that the source and destination locations in a transportation management scenario must not be the same. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create a transportation request, shipment, or any other logistics-related document where the source and destination are incorrectly set to the same location.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The source and destination locations are configured to be the same in the transportation request or shipment.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation of the transportation document, the user may have mistakenly selected the same location for both source and destination.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data where the locations are not correctly defined or differentiated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Transportation Request/Shipment:
  
  Review the transportation request or shipment details to ensure that the source and destination locations are different.
  If they are the same, change one of the locations to a valid different location.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the master data for locations (e.g., plants, storage locations, shipping points) is correctly maintained and that there are no duplicates or misconfigurations.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Provide training to users on how to correctly enter source and destination locations in transportation documents to avoid this error in the future.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If this error occurs frequently, review the system configuration settings in SAP Transportation Management (TM) to ensure that there are no rules or settings that might be causing this issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on transportation management processes and error handling.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/PR for transportation requests or /SCMTMS/SH for shipments.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your transportation documents are correctly configured.