How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR891 - Source location of item &1 cannot be identified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 891

• Message text: Source location of item &1 cannot be identified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR891 - Source location of item &1 cannot be identified ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR891 Source location of item &1 cannot be identified typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the source location for a specific item in a transportation order or a related document.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The source location (e.g., a plant, warehouse, or storage location) may not be defined in the system or may be incorrectly configured.
  Incorrect Item Configuration: The item in question may not have the necessary data (like source location) assigned to it.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that prevent the system from identifying the source location.
  Transport Lane Issues: The transport lane may not be properly set up, which can lead to the inability to determine the source location.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the source location