How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES104 - Scale &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Scale &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES104 - Scale &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES104 Scale &1 does not exist typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to find a specific scale that is referenced in a transportation-related process. This can happen during activities such as freight calculation, shipment processing, or when trying to access rate tables.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Scale Definition: The scale that is being referenced in the transaction does not exist in the system. This could be due to it not being created or it being deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the transportation management system may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to find the required scale.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration that prevent the system from recognizing the scale.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Scale Definition:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., /SCMTMS/TC_RATES or similar) to check if the scale exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or ensure that the correct scale is being referenced in your transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for scales and rates in SAP TM is correctly set up. This includes checking the settings in the customizing (SPRO) for Transportation Management.
  Verify that the scale is assigned to the correct rate table and that the rate table is active.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks in the system to identify any discrepancies in the master data or configuration.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to perform a data consistency check.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to transportation management and scales for additional guidance on how to set up and troubleshoot scales.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant transaction codes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/TC_RATES for managing rate scales.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.