How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES181 - Rate currency &1 is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Rate currency &1 is not valid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES181 - Rate currency &1 is not valid ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES181 Rate currency &1 is not valid typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the currency used for rate determination. This error indicates that the currency specified for a rate is not recognized or valid in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Currency Code: The currency code specified in the rate configuration or in the transaction is not valid or not recognized by the system.
  Missing Currency Configuration: The currency may not be configured in the system, or it may not be set up correctly in the relevant customizing settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings related to currencies.
  Transport Layer Issues: If the system is part of a transport layer, there may be issues with the transport of currency-related configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Currency Code: Verify that the currency code specified in the rate configuration is correct. Ensure that it matches the standard currency codes recognized by SAP.
  Configure Currencies: Go to the customizing settings in SAP and ensure that the currency is properly configured. You can check this in the following path:
  
  SPRO ? Logistics Execution ? Transportation ? Basic Transportation Functions ? Rate Management ? Define Rate Currencies
  
  
  Update Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (e.g., business partners, vendors, etc.) is correctly set up with valid currency codes.
  Check Rate Determination: Review the rate determination settings to ensure that the rates are defined correctly for the specified currency.
  Transport Issues: If the issue arose after a transport, check if the transport included all necessary configurations related to currencies and rates.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to currency configuration in Transportation Management for any specific guidelines or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration, SE11 for data dictionary checks, or SE16 for table checks.
  Tables: Relevant tables to check include:
  
  /SCMTMS/TC_RATES for rate configurations.
  TCURC for currency codes.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to currency handling in TM.
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.