How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES240 - Rate table &1 is marked for partial archiving

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 240

• Message text: Rate table &1 is marked for partial archiving

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES240 - Rate table &1 is marked for partial archiving ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES240 Rate table &1 is marked for partial archiving typically indicates that a specific rate table in the Transportation Management System (TMS) is flagged for partial archiving. This can occur when the system has been configured to archive certain data to improve performance or manage data volume.
  Cause:
  
  Partial Archiving Configuration: The rate table in question has been marked for partial archiving, which means that some of its data has been archived and is no longer available for real-time processing.
  Data Integrity Issues: The system may be trying to access data that has been archived, leading to this error.
  System Configuration: The configuration settings for archiving in the TMS may not be aligned with the current operational needs.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Archiving Status: Verify the archiving status of the rate table. You can do this by accessing the relevant transaction codes in SAP (like SARA for archiving) to see if the data is indeed archived.
  Restore Archived Data: If the data is required for current operations, you may need to restore the archived data. This can be done through the archiving management tools in SAP.
  Adjust Archiving Settings: If the archiving settings are too aggressive, consider adjusting them to prevent critical data from being archived in the future.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to TMS and archiving to understand the implications of partial archiving and how to manage it effectively.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the steps to take, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) and /SCMTMS/TC_RATES (for managing rate tables) to manage archiving processes.
  Archiving Strategy: Understand your organization’s archiving strategy and how it impacts the TMS. This includes knowing which data is critical and should not be archived.
  Performance Monitoring: Regularly monitor the performance of the TMS and the impact of archiving on system operations.
  
  By addressing the archiving status and ensuring that necessary data is available, you can resolve the error and maintain smooth operations within the SAP TMS.