How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES163 - Cannot be marked for archiving; In Prep/Active/Blocked validity exists

/SCMTMS/TC_RATES163 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Cannot be marked for archiving; In Prep/Active/Blocked validity exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES163 - Cannot be marked for archiving; In Prep/Active/Blocked validity exists ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES163 indicates that a certain transport rate record cannot be marked for archiving because it is currently in a state that prevents it from being archived. Specifically, the message states that there is "In Prep/Active/Blocked validity" for the transport rate, meaning that the record is either being prepared for some operation, is currently active, or is blocked.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Validity: The transport rate record is currently active and in use, which means it cannot be archived until it is no longer needed.
  Preparation State: The record may be in a preparation state for a future operation, indicating that it is still relevant for ongoing processes.
  Blocked State: The record may be blocked due to some business logic or configuration, preventing it from being archived.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error and allow the record to be archived, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Validity: Review the transport rate record to determine its current