How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES299 - Start date is later than end date of rate &1&2&3&4

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 299

• Message text: Start date is later than end date of rate &1&2&3&4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES299 - Start date is later than end date of rate &1&2&3&4 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES299 indicates that there is an issue with the date range defined for a rate in the Transportation Management System (TMS). Specifically, the error states that the start date is later than the end date for a particular rate, which is not valid.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The start date for a rate has been entered incorrectly, making it later than the end date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may have been errors in the date formats or values.
  Manual Errors: Users may have manually entered the dates incorrectly during the configuration of rates.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Rate Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the rate configuration in the TMS.
  Verify the start and end dates for the specific rate that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date.
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If the start date is indeed later than the end date, correct it by entering the appropriate dates.
  Save the changes and check if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Review Data Migration:
  
  If the issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that date formats were handled correctly.
  Correct any discrepancies in the data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring rates and understanding date fields.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the rates function as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TC_RATES to access the rate configuration.
  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 in TMS.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.