How To Fix /SCMTMS/CLC009 - Enter credit limit check amount

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/CLC -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Enter credit limit check amount

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/CLC009 - Enter credit limit check amount ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/CLC009 Enter credit limit check amount typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a user is trying to create or process a transportation-related document, such as a freight order or shipment, and the system requires a credit limit check amount to be specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Credit Limit Check Amount: The error indicates that the system expects a credit limit check amount to be entered, but it has not been provided.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require a credit limit check to be performed, and if the necessary parameters are not set, this error can occur.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the required amount in the relevant field.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter the Credit Limit Check Amount: When prompted with the error message, ensure that you enter a valid credit limit check amount in the specified field. This amount typically represents the maximum credit limit that can be checked against the customer or vendor involved in the transaction.
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: If you are consistently encountering this error, it may be necessary to review the configuration settings in SAP TM related to credit limit checks. This can involve:
  
  Navigating to the relevant customizing settings in SPRO.
  Ensuring that the credit limit check is properly configured for the relevant business processes.
  
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to enter or modify credit limit check amounts. If not, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on credit limit checks in your version of SAP TM.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to credit management and transportation management, such as OVAK, OVAL, or SPRO for configuration.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of entering credit limit check amounts and the implications of credit management in SAP TM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and continue with your transportation management processes in SAP.