Message type: E = Error
Message class:  /SCMTMS/RATES_TMPL -  
Message number: 003
Message text: Scale type cannot be maintained along with scale template &1
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The SAP error message /SCMTMS/RATES_TMPL003 Scale type cannot be maintained along with scale template &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of scale types and scale templates.
Cause: This error message indicates that there is a conflict between the scale type and the scale template you are trying to maintain. Specifically, it suggests that the scale type you are using is not compatible with the scale template specified (denoted by &1). This can happen due to: Incompatible Configuration: The scale type may not be designed to work with the selected scale template. Incorrect Assignment: The scale type might be incorrectly assigned or configured in the system. Missing or Incorrect Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the configuration settings for either the scale type or the scale template.
Solution: To resolve this error, you can take the following steps: Check Scale Type and Template
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