How To Fix /SCMTMS/SFIR138 - Freight orders have different calc. levels; cannot create carrier invoice

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SFIR -

• Message number: 138

• Message text: Freight orders have different calc. levels; cannot create carrier invoice

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR138 - Freight orders have different calc. levels; cannot create carrier invoice ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFIR138 indicates that there is an issue with creating a carrier invoice due to freight orders having different calculation levels. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to process invoices for freight orders that are not aligned in terms of their calculation levels.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following factors:
  
  Different Calculation Levels: The freight orders involved may have been created with different calculation levels (e.g., one may be based on weight while another is based on volume).
  Inconsistent Freight Order Data: There may be inconsistencies in the freight order data that prevent the system from aggregating them into a single invoice.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in SAP TM regarding freight calculation may not be aligned, leading to discrepancies in how freight costs are calculated.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Calculation Levels:
  
  Review the freight orders involved and check their calculation levels. Ensure that they are consistent across all orders that you are trying to invoice together.
  If necessary, adjust the calculation levels of the freight orders to match.
  
  
  
  Review Freight Order Data:
  
  Examine the details of the freight orders for any discrepancies or inconsistencies. This includes checking the freight units, costs, and any other relevant data.
  Make sure that all freight orders have the same parameters that affect the calculation level.
  
  
  
  Create Separate Invoices:
  
  If the freight orders cannot be aligned due to inherent differences, consider creating separate invoices for each freight order instead of trying to combine them.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings:
  
  If you suspect that the issue is related to configuration, consult with your SAP TM configuration team to ensure that the settings for freight calculation levels are correctly defined and consistent.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates or Notes:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that provide solutions for known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Transportation Management for detailed information on freight order processing and invoicing.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that can help you analyze freight orders and invoices, such as /SCMTMS/FREIGHT_ORDER for managing freight orders.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to successfully create the carrier invoice.