How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES115 - Rate value maint. is not allowed on incremental scale; formula only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 115

• Message text: Rate value maint. is not allowed on incremental scale; formula only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES115 - Rate value maint. is not allowed on incremental scale; formula only ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES115 Rate value maint. is not allowed on incremental scale; formula only typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with how rate values are being maintained for transportation charges.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that you are trying to maintain rate values for a transportation charge that is set up to use a formula-based calculation rather than a fixed or incremental scale. In SAP TM, there are different ways to define rates, and if a rate type is configured to use a formula, you cannot enter fixed or incremental values for it.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Rate Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the rate type in question. Ensure that it is indeed set up to use a formula for rate calculation.
  If you need to maintain fixed or incremental rates, you may need to change the configuration of the rate type to allow for that.
  
  
  
  Use the Correct Maintenance Method:
  
  If the rate type is correctly set to use a formula, ensure that you are entering the rate values in the correct format as per the formula requirements.
  Review the formula logic to ensure it is correctly defined and that all necessary parameters are being considered.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly maintain rates for the specific rate type you are working with.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements in place, check if there are any specific rules or logic that might be affecting how rates are maintained.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the rate maintenance process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to SAP TM rate management to better understand how to work with different rate types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully maintain your transportation rates in SAP TM.