How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES166 - Transportation charges usage code &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 166

• Message text: Transportation charges usage code &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES166 - Transportation charges usage code &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES166 indicates that there is an issue with the transportation charges usage code in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when the system encounters an invalid or unrecognized usage code while processing transportation charges.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Usage Code: The usage code specified in the configuration or during the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The transportation charge calculation configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the usage code.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the usage code entered by the user.
  Missing Master Data: The required master data for the transportation charges may not be maintained or is incomplete.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Usage Code: Verify the usage code being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for transportation charges in TMS and ensure that the usage codes are properly defined and active.
  
  You can check this in the customizing settings under SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Transportation -> Basic Transportation Functions -> Define Transportation Charges.
  
  
  Maintain Master Data: Ensure that all necessary master data related to transportation charges is maintained correctly. This includes checking the condition records for the relevant usage codes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the usage codes and their valid values.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to check transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TC for transportation charge configurations.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the invalid transportation charges usage code.