How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES014 - Value type and pos./neg. value must be the same for all charge types

/SCMTMS/TC_RATES014 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Value type and pos./neg. value must be the same for all charge types

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES014 - Value type and pos./neg. value must be the same for all charge types ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES014 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the value types for charge types in the Transportation Management System (TMS). Specifically, it means that the system has detected that the value types (positive or negative) for the charge types being processed do not match. This can occur when you are trying to create or modify transportation charges, and the system expects all charge types to have the same value type.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Charge Types: Different charge types may have been defined with varying value types (some as positive and others as negative).
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for charge types in TMS may not be aligned, leading to discrepancies.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry of charge types may have led to inconsistencies in value types.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Charge Types: Check the configuration of the charge types involved in the transaction. Ensure that all charge types have the same value type (either all