How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES049 - Enter percentage or amount for relative charge items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Enter percentage or amount for relative charge items

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES049 - Enter percentage or amount for relative charge items ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES049 typically occurs in the context of Transportation Management (TM) when you are trying to define or maintain charge items in the rate configuration. This error indicates that for relative charge items, you need to specify either a percentage or an amount, but neither has been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The error arises when you attempt to create or modify a charge item that is defined as a relative charge (which means it should be calculated based on a percentage of another value, such as the total cost) but have not entered a percentage or amount.
  Configuration Error: There may be a misconfiguration in the rate setup where the required fields for relative charges are not filled out correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Charge Item Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP TM where you define charge items.
  Ensure that for the charge item in question, you have entered either a percentage or an amount in the appropriate fields.
  
  
  
  Edit the Charge Item:
  
  If you are editing an existing charge item, open the item and check the fields for percentage and amount.
  Enter a valid percentage (e.g., 10%) or a fixed amount (e.g., $100) as required.
  
  
  
  Validate Input:
  
  Ensure that the values entered are within acceptable ranges and formats. For example, percentages should be between 0 and 100.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save your changes and try to execute the transaction again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the required values or the configuration, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources specific to your version of SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to charge item configuration in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/TC_RATES for rate management.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to charge items in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.