How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG638 - Tariff &1 is outside validity period start &2 and end &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 638

• Message text: Tariff &1 is outside validity period start &2 and end &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG638 - Tariff &1 is outside validity period start &2 and end &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG638 indicates that a tariff (in this case, referred to as &1) is being used outside of its defined validity period, which is specified by the start date (&2) and end date (&3). This error typically occurs in the context of transportation management within SAP, where tariffs are used to calculate transportation costs based on various parameters.
  Cause:
  
  
  Tariff Validity Period: The tariff you are trying to use has a defined validity period, and the current date does not fall within this range. This can happen if:
  
  The tariff has not yet become valid (the current date is before the start date).
  The tariff has expired (the current date is after the end date).
  
  
  
  Incorrect Date Settings: The system date or the date settings in your transaction might be incorrect, leading to the perception that the tariff is outside its validity period.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with how the tariffs are configured in the system, such as missing entries or incorrect date ranges.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Tariff Validity:
  
  Go to the tariff management section in SAP and check the validity dates of the tariff in question.
  Ensure that the current date falls within the defined start and end dates.
  
  
  
  Update Tariff Dates:
  
  If the tariff is not valid for the current date, you may need to update the validity period to include the current date or create a new tariff that is valid for the required period.
  
  
  
  Correct Date Settings:
  
  Verify the system date and ensure that it is set correctly. If the system date is incorrect, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for tariffs in the SAP system to ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no gaps in the validity periods.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on managing tariffs and their validity periods.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TARIFF to manage tariffs or /SCMTMS/TRAFFIC for transportation management settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify tariff settings in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the tariffs are correctly configured for use in your transportation management processes.