How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES215 - Calculation base &1: Price unit cannot be negative

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 215

• Message text: Calculation base &1: Price unit cannot be negative

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES215 - Calculation base &1: Price unit cannot be negative ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES215 with the description "Calculation base &1: Price unit cannot be negative" typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the pricing configuration or the data being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Negative Price Unit: The error indicates that a price unit (which is a part of the pricing conditions) has been set to a negative value. This is not allowed as price units should always be positive.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error during data entry where a negative value was mistakenly entered.
  Configuration Issue: The pricing conditions or calculation schema may be incorrectly configured, leading to the generation of negative values.
  Master Data Issues: Related master data (like material master, vendor master, etc.) might have incorrect pricing information.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Pricing Conditions: Review the pricing conditions in the relevant transaction or configuration. Ensure that all price units are set to positive values.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the values in the relevant documents or master data records.
  Review Configuration: If the issue is related to configuration, check the pricing procedure and ensure that all conditions are set up correctly. This may involve consulting with a functional consultant or SAP expert.
  Master Data Review: Verify the master data related to the transaction. Ensure that all relevant pricing information is accurate and does not contain negative values.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the transaction again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TC for transportation charge calculation or SPRO for configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Transportation Management to understand the pricing procedures and how to configure them correctly.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.