How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES129 - Invalid calculation method code &1/&2

/SCMTMS/TC_RATES129 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 129

• Message text: Invalid calculation method code &1/&2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES129 - Invalid calculation method code &1/&2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES129 Invalid calculation method code &1/&2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of calculation methods for freight rates or cost calculations. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Configuration: The error indicates that the calculation method code specified in the system is not valid. This could be due to:
  
  The calculation method not being defined in the system.
  The calculation method being incorrectly configured or deactivated.
  A typo or incorrect reference in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The relevant master data (like freight agreements, rate tables, etc.) may not be set up correctly or may be missing.
  
  
  Transport Management Settings: The settings in the Transportation Management module may not be aligned with the expected configuration for the calculation methods.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Transportation Management and verify the calculation methods defined in