How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES128 - Enter a calculation method

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 128

• Message text: Enter a calculation method

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES128 - Enter a calculation method ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES128 typically indicates that a calculation method has not been specified in the context of transportation management. This error is often encountered when working with transportation rates or cost calculations in the SAP Transportation Management System (TM).
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A required field for the calculation method is left blank or not properly configured.
  The system expects a specific calculation method to be defined for the transportation rates, but it is missing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for transportation management in SAP.
  Ensure that the calculation methods are defined correctly in the relevant customizing settings.
  
  
  
  Define Calculation Method:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  Follow the path: Logistics -> Logistics Execution -> Transportation -> Basic Transportation Functions -> Define Calculation Methods.
  Ensure that you have defined the necessary calculation methods that are applicable to your transportation rates.
  
  
  
  Assign Calculation Method:
  
  If you are working with specific transportation lanes or rate tables, ensure that the calculation method is assigned to those entities.
  Check the relevant rate tables or conditions to ensure that a calculation method is specified.
  
  
  
  Review Rate Determination:
  
  If you are using rate determination procedures, ensure that the calculation method is included in the rate determination strategy.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by trying to create or process a transportation request or rate that previously triggered the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on the specific configuration settings related to transportation management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/TC_RATES for managing transportation rates.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or discussion boards where other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES128.