How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES268 - Scale base &1 used by calc. base &2 is different from &3 used by scale &4

/SCMTMS/TC_RATES268 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 268

• Message text: Scale base &1 used by calc. base &2 is different from &3 used by scale &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES268 - Scale base &1 used by calc. base &2 is different from &3 used by scale &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES268 indicates a discrepancy between the scale base and calculation base in the context of transportation management. This error typically arises when there is a mismatch in the configuration of the rate determination process, particularly when dealing with scales and calculation bases in the transportation management system (TMS).
  
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The scale base used in the rate determination does not match the calculation base defined for the specific rate. This can happen if the scales and calculation bases are not properly aligned in the configuration settings.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings, such as incorrect entries in the rate tables or scales.
  Incorrect Rate Determination Procedure: The rate determination procedure may not be set up correctly, leading to the selection of incompatible scales and calculation bases.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the rate determination procedure in the TMS. Ensure that the