How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES013 - Value type must match for rate table & scale item w/ multi. charge types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Value type must match for rate table & scale item w/ multi. charge types

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES013 - Value type must match for rate table & scale item w/ multi. charge types ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES013 indicates that there is a mismatch in the value types for a rate table and scale item when dealing with multiple charge types in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when the system expects a certain value type (e.g., currency, weight, volume) but finds a different one.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatched Value Types: The error usually occurs when the value types defined in the rate table do not match those defined in the scale item. For example, if the rate table is set up to use weight as a value type, but the scale item is set to use volume, this mismatch will trigger the error.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with how the rate table or scale items are configured in the system, leading to inconsistencies.
  Multiple Charge Types: If multiple charge types are being used, each charge type must have consistent value types across the rate table and scale items.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Rate Table Configuration: Review the configuration of the rate table to ensure that the value types are correctly defined. Make sure that the value types used in the rate table match those in the scale items.
  Review Scale Item Configuration: Similarly, check the configuration of the scale items to ensure that they are set up correctly and that their value types align with those in the rate table.
  Adjust Charge Types: If multiple charge types are involved, ensure that all charge types are configured to use the same value type. This may involve modifying the charge type settings to ensure consistency.
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs. You can do this by attempting to create or modify a transportation charge that previously triggered the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Transportation Management for detailed information on configuring rate tables and scale items.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration best practices.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By ensuring that the value types are consistent across all relevant configurations, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transportation management tasks.