How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR893 - FWO type &1 is "Same Loc. and BP" but item src. loc/shipper not identical

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR -

• Message number: 893

• Message text: FWO type &1 is "Same Loc. and BP" but item src. loc/shipper not identical

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR893 - FWO type &1 is "Same Loc. and BP" but item src. loc/shipper not identical ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR893 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is a mismatch in the location and business partner (BP) information for a Freight Order (FWO). The error message indicates that the system has detected that the source location and shipper are not identical, even though the FWO type is set to "Same Location and BP."
  Cause:
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: The source location and shipper information in the Freight Order do not match the expected values. This can happen if:
  
  The source location is not correctly assigned to the business partner.
  There are discrepancies in the master data for locations or business partners.
  The Freight Order is incorrectly configured or created with conflicting data.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for the Freight Order type may not align with the actual data being used, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify the master data for the locations and business partners involved in the Freight Order. Ensure that the source location is correctly assigned to the appropriate business partner.
  Check if the business partner is correctly set up with the necessary roles and relationships.
  
  
  
  Review Freight Order Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the Freight Order type in SAP TM. Ensure that the settings for "Same Location and BP" are correctly defined and that they align with the data being used.
  
  
  
  Correct the Freight Order:
  
  If the Freight Order was created with incorrect data, consider editing the order to correct the source location or shipper information to ensure they match.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific error message and its implications.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the Freight Order creation process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/FWO to access and manage Freight Orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.