How To Fix /SCMTMS/TOR_ERR_HNDL012 - Source location ID &1 on item does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TOR_ERR_HNDL -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Source location ID &1 on item does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR_ERR_HNDL012 - Source location ID &1 on item does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TOR_ERR_HNDL012 indicates that there is an issue with the source location ID for a transportation order item in the SAP Transportation Management System (SAP TM). Specifically, the error message states that the source location ID provided does not exist in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Source Location ID: The source location ID specified in the transportation order may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Missing Master Data: The location may not have been created in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the data is being pulled from another system (like SAP ERP), there may be synchronization issues leading to missing or incorrect data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the transportation management settings that prevent the system from recognizing the location.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Source Location ID: Check the source location ID in the transportation order and ensure it is correct. Look for any typos or formatting issues.
  Check Master Data: Go to the master data management section in SAP TM and verify that the source location exists. If it does not exist, you may need to create it.
  Data Consistency Check: If the data is coming from another system, ensure that the data is consistent and that the source location is available in both systems.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that the transportation management system is set up correctly to recognize the source location.
  Consult Logs: Review any relevant logs or error messages in the system for additional context that may help identify the issue.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TOR to access transportation orders and check the details.
  Master Data Management: Familiarize yourself with the master data management processes in SAP TM to ensure that all necessary data is correctly set up.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides related to transportation management for more detailed troubleshooting steps and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCMTMS/TOR_ERR_HNDL012.