How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES117 - Scale item key &1 of dimension &2 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Scale item key &1 of dimension &2 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES117 - Scale item key &1 of dimension &2 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES117 indicates that there is an issue with a scale item key in the context of transportation management. Specifically, the error message states that the scale item key for a given dimension is invalid. This typically occurs in the context of rate determination or when working with transportation charges.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Scale Item Key: The scale item key specified does not exist in the system or is not correctly defined for the specified dimension.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for the scale item or dimension may not be set up in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect relationships between scale items and dimensions.
  Incorrect Input: The input provided for the scale item key or dimension may be incorrect or not formatted properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Scale Item Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually found in the SPRO transaction under the transportation management settings).
  Verify that the scale item key and dimension are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Validate Data Entries:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE11 or SE16 to check the relevant database tables (e.g., /SCMTMS/TC_RATES or similar) to ensure that the scale item key exists and is correctly linked to the specified dimension.
  
  
  
  Correct Input Values:
  
  Ensure that the values being inputted for the scale item key and dimension are correct and match the expected formats.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to transportation management and rate determination to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Check for Notes and Patches:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or patches that may address known issues related to this error message. Sometimes, updates or corrections are provided by SAP to resolve specific issues.
  
  
  
  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 context to help diagnose the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/TC_RATES for rate management and /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE for scale item management.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on transportation management and rate determination processes.
  Community 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.