How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES070 - Cannot use scale item value &1 with dimension &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 070

• Message text: Cannot use scale item value &1 with dimension &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES070 - Cannot use scale item value &1 with dimension &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES070 indicates that there is an issue with the scale item value in the context of transportation management. Specifically, the error message states that a certain scale item value cannot be used with a specified dimension. This typically occurs in the context of rate determination or when defining transportation rates.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Scale Item and Dimension: The scale item value you are trying to use is not compatible with the dimension specified. For example, if the scale item is defined for weight, but the dimension is for volume, this error will occur.
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the rate determination setup, where the scale items and their corresponding dimensions are not properly defined.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong scale item or dimension is selected.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the transportation rates in the SAP system. Ensure that the scale items and dimensions are correctly defined and compatible with each other.
  
  Navigate to the relevant customizing settings in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) for Transportation Management.
  Check the settings under "Transportation Management" -> "Basic Settings" -> "Define Rate Determination".
  
  
  
  Verify Scale Items: Ensure that the scale item you are trying to use is correctly defined for the dimension you are working with. You may need to adjust the scale item or select a different one that matches the dimension.
  
  
  Data Validation: Double-check the data entries in the transaction where the error occurred. Make sure that the correct scale item and dimension are being used.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to set up scale items and dimensions correctly.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the rate determination works as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP Transportation Management to better understand how scale items and dimensions work.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.