How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG340 - Invalid prime charge type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 340

• Message text: Invalid prime charge type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG340 - Invalid prime charge type ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG340 Invalid prime charge type typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration or assignment of charge types in the system. This error indicates that the system is unable to recognize or validate the specified prime charge type during a transaction or process.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The charge type specified in the transaction may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Missing Charge Type: The charge type may not exist in the system or may have been deleted.
  Incorrect Assignment: The charge type may not be assigned to the relevant transportation charge calculation or may not be valid for the specific scenario being processed.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the charge type entered in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Charge Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for charge types in SAP TM.
  Ensure that the charge type you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Charge Type Assignment:
  
  Check if the charge type is correctly assigned to the relevant transportation charge calculation schema.
  Ensure that the charge type is valid for the specific transportation scenario you are working with.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the master data (e.g., business partners, transportation lanes) is correctly set up and that the charge types are properly linked.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the input for any typographical errors or incorrect values in the charge type field.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring and using charge types in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/CHARGE to manage charge types or /SCMTMS/CONFIG to access configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or fixes related to charge types in SAP TM.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on charge types and their configuration in SAP TM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the invalid prime charge type error in SAP TM.