How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES271 - Maintain the contract rate category before specifying a validity period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 271

• Message text: Maintain the contract rate category before specifying a validity period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES271 - Maintain the contract rate category before specifying a validity period ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES271 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of contract rate categories in the Transportation Management (TM) module. Specifically, it suggests that you need to maintain the contract rate category before you can specify a validity period for a rate.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are trying to create or modify a transportation rate contract without having defined the contract rate category.
  The system requires a valid contract rate category to be set up before you can enter any validity periods for the rates.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Contract Rate Category Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the Transportation Management module.
  Find the configuration settings for contract rate categories.
  
  
  
  Maintain the Contract Rate Category:
  
  Create or modify the contract rate category as needed.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Save your changes.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt to Specify Validity Period:
  
  After maintaining the contract rate category, go back to the transaction where you encountered the error.
  Now, try to specify the validity period for the rate again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes related to Transportation Management, such as /SCMTMS/CONTRACT for managing contracts.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on setting up contract rate categories and managing transportation rates.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to contract rate categories.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your transportation rate configuration.