How To Fix /SCMTMS/DO_TRNSPCHRG030 - Chargeable weight is less than gross weight in line number &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/DO_TRNSPCHRG -

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Chargeable weight is less than gross weight in line number &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/DO_TRNSPCHRG030 - Chargeable weight is less than gross weight in line number &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/DO_TRNSPCHRG030 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the chargeable weight and the gross weight of a shipment in the Transportation Management System (TMS). Specifically, the chargeable weight is less than the gross weight, which is not acceptable for transportation calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The chargeable weight may have been incorrectly entered or calculated, leading to a situation where it is less than the gross weight.
  Weight Calculation Method: The method used to calculate the chargeable weight may not be appropriate for the type of goods being shipped. Chargeable weight is typically calculated based on dimensional weight or actual weight, and if the dimensions are not entered correctly, it can lead to this error.
  Missing or Incorrect Dimensions: If the dimensions of the shipment are missing or incorrect, the system may not be able to calculate the chargeable weight accurately.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the transportation management settings that affect how weights are calculated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Input Data: Check the input data for the shipment, including the gross weight and chargeable weight. Ensure that the values entered are correct and consistent.
  Recalculate Chargeable Weight: If the chargeable weight is calculated based on dimensions, ensure that the dimensions are entered correctly and recalculate the chargeable weight.
  Adjust Weight Values: If necessary, adjust the chargeable weight to be equal to or greater than the gross weight, based on the appropriate calculation method.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in SAP TMS to ensure that the weight calculation methods are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on weight calculations and the specific requirements for chargeable weight.
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Chargeable Weight Calculation: Chargeable weight is often calculated using the formula: 
  [
  \text{Chargeable Weight} = \max(\text{Actual Weight}, \text{Dimensional Weight})
  ]
  where dimensional weight is calculated based on the volume of the shipment.
  
  
  SAP TMS Documentation: Review the SAP Transportation Management documentation for detailed information on weight handling and error messages.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that users entering shipment data have the appropriate training and access to avoid data entry errors.
  
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and following the suggested solutions, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the shipment data is accurate.