How To Fix /SCMTMS/SERV_MAT022 - &1 is a dependent charge; cannot specify an account assignment category

/SCMTMS/SERV_MAT022 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SERV_MAT -

• Message number: 022

• Message text: &1 is a dependent charge; cannot specify an account assignment category

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SERV_MAT022 - &1 is a dependent charge; cannot specify an account assignment category ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SERV_MAT022 indicates that there is an issue with the account assignment category for a dependent charge in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when you are trying to assign an account assignment category to a dependent charge that does not allow for such an assignment.
  
  Cause:
  
  Dependent Charge: The error suggests that the item you are trying to process is a dependent charge. Dependent charges are typically linked to a primary charge and do not have their own account assignment category.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the charge types or account assignment categories in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to this error.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry where an account assignment category is being incorrectly specified for a dependent charge.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Charge Types: Check the configuration of the charge types in the TMS. Ensure that dependent charges