How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES186 - Maintenance of max. rate value is not possible using incremental scale

/SCMTMS/TC_RATES186 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Maintenance of max. rate value is not possible using incremental scale

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES186 - Maintenance of max. rate value is not possible using incremental scale ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES186 indicates that there is an issue with maintaining the maximum rate value in the context of transportation management, specifically when using an incremental scale. This error typically arises when the system detects that the configuration or data being entered does not comply with the expected format or rules for incremental scales.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Incremental Scale Configuration: The error often occurs when trying to maintain a maximum rate value that is not compatible with the existing incremental scale settings. Incremental scales require specific configurations that define how rates are applied based on certain criteria (e.g., distance, weight).
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data being entered, such as overlapping ranges or incorrect values that do not align with the defined scale.
  
  
  Missing Required Fields: If certain required fields are not filled out correctly or are left blank, the system may not allow the maintenance of the maximum rate value.
  
  
  
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