How To Fix /SCMTMS/DO_TRNSPCHRG042 - Calculation level &1 does not match freight order calculation level &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/DO_TRNSPCHRG -

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Calculation level &1 does not match freight order calculation level &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/DO_TRNSPCHRG042 - Calculation level &1 does not match freight order calculation level &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/DO_TRNSPCHRG042 indicates a mismatch between the calculation level defined in the freight order and the calculation level expected in the transportation charge calculation. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an inconsistency in how transportation charges are being calculated.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatched Calculation Levels: The calculation level defined in the freight order (e.g., shipment, delivery, or order level) does not match the calculation level that is set in the transportation charge calculation configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be discrepancies in the configuration settings for transportation charges, such as the settings in the condition types or the pricing procedure.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when creating or modifying the freight order can lead to this mismatch.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Freight Order Configuration:
  
  Review the freight order to ensure that the calculation level is set correctly. You can do this by navigating to the freight order in SAP TM and checking the relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Review Transportation Charge Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for transportation charges in SAP TM. Ensure that the calculation levels defined in the condition types and pricing procedures match the expected levels in the freight order.
  You can access the configuration through the SPRO transaction and navigate to the relevant sections for transportation management.
  
  
  
  Adjust Calculation Levels:
  
  If necessary, adjust the calculation level in either the freight order or the transportation charge configuration to ensure they match. This may involve changing the freight order settings or modifying the configuration in the system.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making adjustments, test the changes by recalculating the transportation charges for the freight order to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on configuring transportation charges and understanding calculation levels.
  
  
  
  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 have found.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in creating and managing freight orders are trained on the correct procedures and understand the implications of calculation levels.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the calculation levels are consistent across your transportation management processes.