How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES127 - Scale ID &1 and calculation base &2 are repeated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 127

• Message text: Scale ID &1 and calculation base &2 are repeated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES127 - Scale ID &1 and calculation base &2 are repeated ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES127 indicates that there is a duplication issue with the Scale ID and Calculation Base in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a rate table, and the system detects that the combination of Scale ID and Calculation Base you are trying to use already exists in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that there is already an existing entry in the rate table with the same Scale ID and Calculation Base.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of rate records, a user may inadvertently enter the same Scale ID and Calculation Base combination.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the rate tables that lead to unintended duplicates.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: 
  
  Navigate to the rate table in question and check for existing entries with the same Scale ID and Calculation Base. You can do this by using transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TC_RATES or similar, depending on your SAP version.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Duplicates: 
  
  If you find duplicates, you can either modify the existing entry to reflect the new data you want to input or delete the duplicate entry if it is not needed.
  
  
  
  Use Unique Combinations: 
  
  When creating new entries, ensure that the combination of Scale ID and Calculation Base is unique. You may need to adjust your data entry process to prevent duplicates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to TMS rate tables for additional guidance on managing Scale IDs and Calculation Bases.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to review the configuration settings for the rate tables to ensure that they are set up correctly and do not allow for duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to TMS and rate management, such as /SCMTMS/TC_RATES for managing rate tables.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to create or modify rate entries, as this can sometimes lead to errors if users are not authorized to make certain changes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and prevent it from occurring in the future. If the problem continues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.