How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ263 - &1 inconsistent (source loc. different to dest. loc. of predecessor &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 263

• Message text: &1 inconsistent (source loc. different to dest. loc. of predecessor &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ263 - &1 inconsistent (source loc. different to dest. loc. of predecessor &2) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ263 &1 inconsistent (source loc. different to dest. loc. of predecessor &2) typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that there is an inconsistency between the source location of a transportation requirement (TR) and the destination location of its predecessor TR.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Locations: The source location of the current transportation requirement does not match the destination location of the preceding transportation requirement. This can happen if the TRs are not properly linked or if there are errors in the data entry.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrectly entered data during the creation of transportation requirements can lead to mismatches.
  Changes in Master Data: Changes in location master data or transportation lanes that are not reflected in the TRs can also cause this inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transportation Requirements: Review the transportation requirements involved. Ensure that the source location of the current TR matches the destination location of the predecessor TR.
  Correct Data Entry: If there are discrepancies, correct the source or destination locations as necessary. This may involve editing the TRs to ensure they are consistent.
  Review Master Data: Check the master data for locations and transportation lanes to ensure they are correctly set up and that there are no recent changes that could have caused the inconsistency.
  Recreate TRs: If the TRs are significantly incorrect, it may be easier to delete the problematic TRs and recreate them with the correct data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling transportation requirements and resolving inconsistencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PRT (for transportation requirements) or /SCMTMS/TOR (for transportation orders) to view and manage transportation requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  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 and resolve the inconsistency causing the error message.