How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG788 - Optimizer cannot run; more than one rate table specified for carrier &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 788

• Message text: Optimizer cannot run; more than one rate table specified for carrier &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG788 - Optimizer cannot run; more than one rate table specified for carrier &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG788 indicates that the optimizer cannot run because there are multiple rate tables specified for a particular carrier. This situation typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is trying to determine the best transportation option but encounters conflicting rate information.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the configuration of the transportation management system where:
  
  More than one rate table has been defined for the same carrier.
  The system is unable to determine which rate table to use for the optimization process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Rate Table Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the carrier in question.
  Verify the rate tables assigned to the carrier. Ensure that there is only one active rate table for the carrier at the time of optimization.
  
  
  
  Consolidate Rate Tables:
  
  If multiple rate tables are necessary for different scenarios, consider consolidating them into a single rate table or ensuring that only one is active for the optimization run.
  
  
  
  Adjust Rate Table Settings:
  
  If you need to keep multiple rate tables, you may need to adjust the settings or conditions under which each rate table is applied. This could involve setting up specific conditions or parameters that dictate when each rate table should be used.
  
  
  
  Review Carrier Master Data:
  
  Check the carrier master data to ensure that it is correctly configured and that there are no conflicting entries.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making changes, run a test optimization to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on configuring rate tables and carriers in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/OPTIMIZE to run the optimizer or /SCMTMS/CONTRACT to manage carrier contracts and rate tables.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that only one rate table is specified for each carrier, you should be able to resolve the error and allow the optimizer to run successfully.