How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES283 - Empty scale items not allowed for calculation base &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 283

• Message text: Empty scale items not allowed for calculation base &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES283 - Empty scale items not allowed for calculation base &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES283 indicates that there are empty scale items in the calculation base for transportation rates, which is not allowed. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to calculate transportation costs based on defined rate scales.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the presence of empty or incomplete scale items in the rate determination configuration. Scale items are used to define how costs are calculated based on certain criteria (like weight, volume, distance, etc.). If any of these scale items are empty or not properly defined, the system cannot perform the calculation, leading to this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Rate Scales:
  
  Go to the transaction code for maintaining rate scales (usually /SCMTMS/TC_RATES or similar).
  Review the rate scales that are being used for the calculation base indicated in the error message.
  Ensure that all scale items are properly defined and that there are no empty entries.
  
  
  
  Maintain Scale Items:
  
  If you find any empty scale items, either complete them with the necessary data or remove them if they are not needed.
  Ensure that the scale items have valid values for the parameters they are supposed to represent.
  
  
  
  Review Calculation Base:
  
  Check the calculation base that is being used for the transportation rate. Make sure it is correctly configured and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to calculate the transportation costs again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on setting up transportation rates and scales.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue continues after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/TC_RATES for rate maintenance and /SCMTMS/TC_RATES_DISPLAY for viewing existing rates.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to transportation management and rate calculation that might provide additional insights or fixes.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the /SCMTMS/TC_RATES283 error message.