How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ717 - Source location &1 does not match default-route source zone &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 717

• Message text: Source location &1 does not match default-route source zone &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ717 - Source location &1 does not match default-route source zone &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ717 Source location &1 does not match default-route source zone &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the source location specified in a transportation request and the default source zone defined for that route.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatched Locations: The source location (e.g., a plant or warehouse) specified in the transportation request does not belong to the source zone that is defined for the default route.
  Incorrect Route Configuration: The route may not be configured correctly, or the source zone may not include the specified source location.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as the location master data or the route master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Source Location: Verify that the source location specified in the transportation request is correct and exists in the system.
  Review Route Configuration:
  
  Go to the route configuration in SAP TM and check the default route settings.
  Ensure that the source zone associated with the route includes the specified source location.
  
  
  Update Source Zone: If the source location is valid but not included in the source zone, you may need to update the source zone to include the location.
  Adjust Transportation Request: If the transportation request is incorrect, you may need to adjust it to use a valid source location that matches the default route's source zone.
  Master Data Consistency: Ensure that all relevant master data (locations, routes, zones) is consistent and correctly maintained in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/ROUTE to check and maintain route configurations or /SCMTMS/LOC for location master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Transportation Management for detailed information on configuring routes and zones.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your transportation requests are processed correctly.