How To Fix /SCMTMS/RATES_TMPL018 - Price unit cannot be empty for calculation base &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/RATES_TMPL -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Price unit cannot be empty for calculation base &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/RATES_TMPL018 - Price unit cannot be empty for calculation base &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/RATES_TMPL018 Price unit cannot be empty for calculation base &1 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the pricing configuration or the data being processed. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Price Unit: The error indicates that the price unit for a specific calculation base (denoted by &1) is not defined or is empty. This can happen if the pricing conditions are not set up correctly in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the pricing procedure or the condition records that are supposed to define the price unit.
  Data Entry Errors: If the data being entered or processed does not include a price unit where it is required, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Condition Records:
  
  Navigate to the condition records for the relevant pricing procedure in SAP TM.
  Ensure that the price unit is defined for the calculation base in question. You can do this by going to the relevant transaction (e.g., V/06 for condition types) and checking the entries.
  
  
  
  Review Pricing Procedure:
  
  Verify that the pricing procedure assigned to the relevant transaction includes the necessary condition types and that they are configured correctly.
  Ensure that the price unit is specified for each condition type that requires it.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  If you are entering data manually, double-check that all required fields, including the price unit, are filled out correctly.
  If the data is being imported or processed in bulk, ensure that the data source includes the necessary price unit information.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to pricing in SAP TM to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process again to see if the error persists. If it does, further investigation may be needed.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on pricing configuration in SAP TM.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to pricing and condition records, such as V/06, V/07, and V/08.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.