How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG636 - Start: Preprocessing of calculation sheet determination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 636

• Message text: Start: Preprocessing of calculation sheet determination

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG636 - Start: Preprocessing of calculation sheet determination ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG636 typically indicates an issue during the preprocessing of calculation sheet determination in the SAP Transportation Management System (TM). This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The calculation sheets may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing or incorrect settings in the calculation sheet determination process.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data (e.g., transportation lanes, freight agreements, etc.) that are required for the calculation sheet determination.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the transaction may not have the necessary authorizations to access the required data or perform the calculation.
  
  
  System Errors: There could be underlying system errors or bugs that are causing the calculation sheet determination process to fail.
  
  
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the system, they might interfere with the standard processing of calculation sheets.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for calculation sheets in the SAP TM. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set up.
  
  
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data is complete and consistent. Check transportation lanes, freight agreements, and any other related data.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the actions related to calculation sheet determination.
  
  
  Check Logs: Look at the application logs (transaction SLG1) for more detailed error messages that can provide insights into what went wrong during the process.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to development tools, consider debugging the process to identify where it fails.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide patches.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/TS for transportation scenarios and /SCMTMS/FREIGHT for freight agreements.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Transportation Management and calculation sheet determination for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.