How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES168 - End date of validity &1 is in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 168

• Message text: End date of validity &1 is in the past

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES168 - End date of validity &1 is in the past ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES168 indicates that there is an issue with the validity period of a rate or a pricing condition in the Transportation Management System (TMS). Specifically, the error states that the end date of validity for a certain rate is in the past, which means that the system cannot use this rate for any transactions or calculations because it is no longer valid.
  Cause:
  
  Expired Rate Validity: The rate or pricing condition you are trying to use has an end date that has already passed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the rates may not have been updated to reflect current business needs or changes in pricing.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the validity dates for the rate.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Update Rate Validity:
  
  Navigate to the relevant rate or pricing condition in the TMS.
  Check the validity dates and update the end date to a future date if the rate is still applicable.
  If the rate is no longer valid, consider creating a new rate with the correct validity period.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for rates in TMS are correct and reflect the current business requirements.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to make adjustments.
  
  
  
  Data Correction:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the validity dates in the system.
  Ensure that all relevant users are trained on how to enter and manage rate validity dates properly.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies:
  
  Sometimes, rates may depend on other conditions or configurations. Ensure that all related settings are also valid and up to date.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TC_RATES to access and manage rates in TMS.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides for detailed instructions on managing rates and their validity periods.
  Support: If the issue persists after making the necessary changes, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the validity dates and ensuring that all configurations are correct, you should be able to resolve the error and continue using the TMS without issues.