How To Fix /SCMTMS/SERV_MAT020 - &1 is a dependent charge type; service product not needed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SERV_MAT -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: &1 is a dependent charge type; service product not needed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SERV_MAT020 - &1 is a dependent charge type; service product not needed ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SERV_MAT020 indicates that there is an issue related to a dependent charge type in the context of service products in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS). The message states that a service product is not needed because the charge type is dependent.
  Cause:
  
  Dependent Charge Type: The error typically arises when a charge type is defined as dependent, meaning it relies on another charge type or service product to be valid. If the primary service product is not defined or is not applicable, the system will throw this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the charge type settings or in the service product definitions.
  Missing Service Product: The service product that is supposed to be linked to the dependent charge type may not be set up correctly or may be missing entirely.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Charge Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for charge types in SAP TMS.
  Ensure that the dependent charge type is correctly linked to a valid service product.
  
  
  
  Verify Service Product Setup:
  
  Check if the service product that the charge type depends on is defined in the system.
  Ensure that the service product is active and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Look into the dependencies of the charge type and ensure that all necessary components are in place.
  If the charge type is supposed to be independent, consider changing its configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on configuring charge types and service products.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the charge types and service products function as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration or SE11 for checking table definitions related to charge types and service products.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in TMS.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.