How To Fix /SCMTMS/DO_TRNSPCHRG016 - Item &1: Calculation rule not entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/DO_TRNSPCHRG -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Item &1: Calculation rule not entered

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/DO_TRNSPCHRG016 - Item &1: Calculation rule not entered ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/DO_TRNSPCHRG016 Item &1: Calculation rule not entered typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the calculation of transportation charges for a specific item in a transportation document (like a shipment or a freight order). This error indicates that the system expects a calculation rule to be defined for the item, but it is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Calculation Rule: The most common cause of this error is that the calculation rule for the transportation charge is not defined for the specific item in the transportation document.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the transportation management settings that prevent the system from determining the appropriate calculation rule.
  Master Data Issues: The master data related to the item (like the product, service, or freight agreement) may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of a calculation rule.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data that are preventing the system from applying the calculation rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define Calculation Rule:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP TM and ensure that a calculation rule is defined for the item in question.
  You can check the calculation rules in the customizing settings under Transportation Management -> Charge Calculation -> Define Calculation Rules.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Verify that the master data for the item (product, service, etc.) is correctly maintained and that it is linked to the appropriate calculation rules.
  Ensure that the relevant freight agreements or conditions are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Transportation Charge Calculation:
  
  Check the transportation charge calculation settings to ensure that they are correctly configured to apply the calculation rules based on the conditions defined.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Items:
  
  If possible, test the transportation charge calculation with different items to see if the issue is isolated to a specific item or if it is a broader issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any additional guidance on setting up calculation rules and troubleshooting related issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/CHARGE to view and manage transportation charges.
  Customizing Path: The customizing path for transportation management settings can be accessed via SPRO.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCMTMS/DO_TRNSPCHRG016.