How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES162 - Validity &1 - &2, scale &3 has relative items; calculation rule expected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Validity &1 - &2, scale &3 has relative items; calculation rule expected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES162 - Validity &1 - &2, scale &3 has relative items; calculation rule expected ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES162 typically occurs in the context of Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of rate scales in the system. This error indicates that there are relative items in a scale that do not have a corresponding calculation rule defined, which is necessary for the system to process the rates correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Relative Items in Scale: The error suggests that the scale defined for a particular rate has relative items (e.g., percentages or other relative measures) that require a calculation rule to determine how these items should be processed.
  Missing Calculation Rule: The calculation rule that should define how to handle these relative items is either missing or not properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Rate Scale Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the rate scale configuration in SAP TM.
  Verify the scale validity dates and ensure that the scale is active for the intended period.
  Check if the scale contains relative items and identify which items are causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Define Calculation Rules:
  
  If relative items are present, ensure that there is a corresponding calculation rule defined for these items.
  Go to the calculation rule configuration and create or adjust the rules as necessary to accommodate the relative items in the scale.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring rate scales and calculation rules in SAP TM.
  Ensure that you are following best practices for setting up rates and scales.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the configuration by attempting to process a transaction that utilizes the rate scale in question.
  Monitor for any further error messages or issues.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and defining the necessary calculation rules, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/TC_RATES for rate management and /SCMTMS/TC_CALC_RULE for calculation rules.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address known issues.
  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 resolve the error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES162 and ensure that your rate scales are configured correctly for use in SAP TM.