How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES009 - Scale base &1 used by scale &2 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Scale base &1 used by scale &2 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES009 - Scale base &1 used by scale &2 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES009 indicates that there is an issue with the scale base used in the transportation management system (TMS). Specifically, it states that the scale base (&1) used by the scale (&2) is not valid. This typically occurs in the context of freight agreements or rate determination processes.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Scale Base: The scale base defined in the system is either not maintained correctly or does not exist.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the transportation management settings, particularly related to freight agreements or rate scales.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the scales and their bases, possibly due to changes in configuration or data migration.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for the scale or scale base may be missing or incorrectly defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Scale and Scale Base Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually under the TMS or logistics settings).
  Verify that the scale base and scale are correctly defined and linked.
  
  
  
  Maintain Missing Data:
  
  If the scale base is missing, create or maintain it in the system.
  Ensure that the scale is correctly assigned to the appropriate scale base.
  
  
  
  Review Freight Agreements:
  
  Check the freight agreements to ensure that they reference valid scales and scale bases.
  If necessary, update the agreements to point to the correct scale base.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the TMS to identify any discrepancies in the configuration or master data.
  Correct any inconsistencies found during the checks.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to TMS and freight rate configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the rate determination process works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/FRG (Freight Agreement) or /SCMTMS/TC (Transportation Charge) to access and modify the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES009 and ensure that your transportation management processes function correctly.