How To Fix /SCTM/TMMD_UI137 - Zone &1; cannot determine coordinates (check assigned locations)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCTM/TMMD_UI -

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Zone &1; cannot determine coordinates (check assigned locations)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCTM/TMMD_UI137 - Zone &1; cannot determine coordinates (check assigned locations) ?

  The SAP error message /SCTM/TMMD_UI137 Zone &1; cannot determine coordinates (check assigned locations) typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to determine the geographical coordinates for a specific zone. This can happen for several reasons, often related to the configuration of locations and zones in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Location Data: The location assigned to the zone may not have valid geographical coordinates (latitude and longitude) defined in the system.
  Zone Configuration Issues: The zone itself may not be properly configured or may not be linked to the correct locations.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing entries or incorrect relationships between locations and zones.
  Transport Network Issues: The transport network may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in determining coordinates.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Location Master Data:
  
  Go to the location master data in SAP and verify that the locations assigned to the zone have valid coordinates.
  Ensure that the latitude and longitude fields are filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Zone Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the zone in the SAP TM system.
  Ensure that the zone is correctly linked to the relevant locations.
  
  
  
  Update or Correct Data:
  
  If you find any missing or incorrect data, update the location master data or zone configuration accordingly.
  Make sure that all necessary fields are populated and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Transport Network Configuration:
  
  Review the transport network settings to ensure that they are correctly configured.
  Check if the transport zones and routes are properly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring locations and zones in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system can successfully determine coordinates for the zone.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCTM/LOC for location management and /SCTM/ZONE for zone management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.