How To Fix /SCTM/BAPI137 - Location &1 does not exist in this system

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/BAPI -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Location &1 does not exist in this system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/BAPI137 - Location &1 does not exist in this system ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/BAPI137 Location &1 does not exist in this system typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a specific location (such as a plant, storage location, or shipping point) is referenced in a BAPI (Business Application Programming Interface) call, but that location is not recognized in the current system.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Location: The location specified in the error message (&1) does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, or the location may not have been created in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The location may not be properly configured or activated in the relevant modules (e.g., SCM, TM).
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may have been issues during the migration process that resulted in missing locations.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the BAPI may not have the necessary authorizations to access the location.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Location: Check the location code referenced in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly spelled and formatted.
  Check Location Existence: Use transaction codes like OVX5 (for shipping points) or SPRO (to navigate to the relevant configuration) to verify if the location exists in the system.
  Create/Activate Location: If the location does not exist, you may need to create it using the appropriate transaction code or configuration settings. If it exists but is inactive, you may need to activate it.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the location is properly configured in the relevant modules (e.g., SCM, TM) and that all necessary settings are in place.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the location. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the BAPI being used and the expected parameters.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BAPI Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific BAPI being called to understand the required parameters and their expected values.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing locations, such as OVX5, SPRO, and others related to SCM and TM.
  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.