How To Fix /SCMTMS/COMMON154 - Summed-up value of &1 exceeds the allowed maximum value of &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/COMMON -

• Message number: 154

• Message text: Summed-up value of &1 exceeds the allowed maximum value of &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/COMMON154 - Summed-up value of &1 exceeds the allowed maximum value of &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/COMMON154 indicates that a summed-up value of a certain field (denoted as &1) has exceeded the allowed maximum value (denoted as &2). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) and can be related to various scenarios, such as freight costs, weight limits, or other aggregated values that have predefined maximum thresholds.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeded Limits: The most common cause is that the total of a certain parameter (like weight, volume, or cost) has exceeded the maximum limit set in the system configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect settings in the configuration of the transportation management system, such as maximum allowable values for certain fields.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry or miscalculations in the relevant documents (like freight orders, shipments, etc.) can lead to this error.
  Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements or user exits that manipulate values, they might inadvertently cause the summed value to exceed the limit.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that the maximum values for the relevant fields are set correctly. This can be done in the customizing settings under Transportation Management.
  Data Validation: Validate the data entries in the relevant documents to ensure that they are correct and do not exceed the allowed limits. Look for any discrepancies in the values being summed.
  Adjust Values: If the summed value legitimately exceeds the maximum due to business requirements, consider adjusting the maximum limit in the configuration to accommodate the new values.
  Check Custom Code: If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is not causing the summed value to exceed the maximum limit unintentionally.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/ORDER or /SCMTMS/SHIPMENT to access the relevant documents and check the values.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional insights into configuration settings.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the context of the error and any relevant logs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.