How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES294 - Date of rate validity split must be between start date and end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 294

• Message text: Date of rate validity split must be between start date and end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES294 - Date of rate validity split must be between start date and end date ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES294 indicates that there is an issue with the validity dates of a rate in the Transportation Management System (TMS). Specifically, the error states that the date of the rate validity split must fall between the defined start date and end date of the rate.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  Invalid Date Range: The date you are trying to set for a rate validity split does not fall within the existing start and end dates of the rate.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the dates, leading to a mismatch.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the rate or the rate type may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts in date validity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Rate Validity Dates:
  
  Navigate to the rate in question and check the start and end dates.
  Ensure that the date you are trying to set for the validity split is indeed between these two dates.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If the date of the validity split is outside the defined range, adjust it to fall within the start and end dates.
  If necessary, you may need to change the start or end date of the rate itself to accommodate the validity split.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the rate types and ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Make sure that there are no overlapping rates that could cause conflicts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing rate validity and splits.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TC_RATES to access the rate management area in TMS.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to rate configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.