How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ457 - Source location information is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 457

• Message text: Source location information is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ457 - Source location information is missing ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ457 Source location information is missing typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary source location information for a transportation requirement or a related document. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The source location (e.g., shipping point, plant, or storage location) may not be defined in the system.
  Incomplete Transportation Requirement: The transportation requirement may not have been fully populated with the necessary details, including source location.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the transportation management system, particularly in relation to the master data settings.
  Data Transfer Issues: If data is being transferred from another system (e.g., SAP ERP), there may be issues with the data transfer that result in missing information.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the source location (e.g., plant, shipping point) is correctly defined in the system.
  Ensure that the relevant master data is maintained and active.
  
  
  
  Review Transportation Requirement:
  
  Open the transportation requirement that triggered the error and check if the source location is filled in.
  If it is missing, you may need to edit the transportation requirement to include the source location.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that all necessary settings related to transportation requirements and master data are correctly configured.
  Check the settings for the transportation network and ensure that the source locations are properly linked.
  
  
  
  Data Transfer Validation:
  
  If the data is being transferred from another system, validate the data transfer process to ensure that all necessary fields are being populated correctly.
  Check for any error logs or messages during the data transfer that might indicate issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on the specific error message and related configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PRT (for transportation requirements) to view and edit transportation requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.