How To Fix /SCTM/TMMD_UI008 - Location is not compatible with previous leg

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/TMMD_UI -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Location is not compatible with previous leg

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/TMMD_UI008 - Location is not compatible with previous leg ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/TMMD_UI008 Location is not compatible with previous leg typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the compatibility of locations in a transportation leg. This error indicates that the location you are trying to use for a specific leg of a transportation order does not match the expected location based on the previous leg.
  Causes:
  
  
  Incompatible Locations: The location you are trying to assign may not be compatible with the previous leg's location. This could be due to various reasons such as:
  
  Different transportation zones.
  Different modes of transport that are not allowed to connect.
  Incorrect sequence of locations (e.g., trying to load at a location that is not a valid stop based on the previous leg).
  
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data configuration for the locations, such as:
  
  Missing or incorrect transportation lane definitions.
  Incorrectly defined location types (e.g., a location defined as a supplier cannot be used as a delivery point).
  
  
  
  Planning Parameters: The planning parameters set in the system may not allow for the combination of the specified locations.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Location Compatibility: Review the transportation order and ensure that the locations used in the legs are compatible. You may need to adjust the sequence of locations or change the locations themselves.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the locations is correctly set up. Check the following:
  
  Transportation lanes between the locations.
  Location types and their definitions.
  Any restrictions or rules that may apply to the locations.
  
  
  
  Adjust Planning Parameters: If applicable, review the planning parameters in the SAP TM configuration to ensure that they allow for the desired combinations of locations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on location compatibility and transportation planning.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using debugging tools or transaction codes (like SLG1 for application logs) to gather more information about the error and its context.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Training and Documentation: Review training materials or documentation related to SAP Transportation Management to better understand how location compatibility is determined.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.