How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES221 - Charge type &1 is inactive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Charge type &1 is inactive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES221 - Charge type &1 is inactive ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES221 Charge type &1 is inactive typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an attempt to use a charge type that has been marked as inactive in the system. This can prevent the proper calculation of transportation costs or charges.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Charge Type: The charge type specified in the error message is not active in the system. This could be due to it being deactivated intentionally or due to configuration changes.
  Configuration Issues: The charge type may not have been properly configured in the system, or it may have been removed from the active list.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where an incorrect or outdated charge type is being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate the Charge Type:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP TM.
  Navigate to the charge type settings and check the status of the charge type indicated in the error message.
  If it is inactive, activate it.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the charge type is correctly configured and linked to the relevant transportation charges.
  Verify that all necessary settings for the charge type are in place.
  
  
  
  Review Usage:
  
  Check if the charge type is being used in any active transportation scenarios. If it is not needed, consider removing it from the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing charge types in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration or SE11 to check the data dictionary for charge types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on managing charge types.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to charge types in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that the charge types are correctly configured and active in your SAP TM environment.