How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES505 - Number range not maintained for object &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Number range not maintained for object &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES505 - Number range not maintained for object &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES505 indicates that there is an issue with the number range not being maintained for a specific object in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when the system attempts to generate a new document or record, but the number range for that particular object has not been defined or is not available.
  Cause:
  
  Number Range Not Defined: The number range for the specific object (e.g., transportation charges, freight agreements) has not been set up in the system.
  Number Range Deactivated: The number range may exist but is not currently active or has been deactivated.
  Number Range Assignment: The object may not be correctly assigned to a number range interval.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to maintain the number range for the specific object. Here are the steps to do so:
  
  
  Access Number Range Maintenance:
  
  Go to transaction code SNRO (Number Range Objects).
  Enter the object name related to the error (you may need to check the documentation or system settings to find the exact object name).
  
  
  
  Check Existing Number Ranges:
  
  Look for the number range intervals that are defined for the object.
  Ensure that there is at least one active number range interval.
  
  
  
  Create or Adjust Number Range:
  
  If no number range exists, create a new number range interval.
  If an interval exists but is not active, activate it.
  Ensure that the number range is correctly assigned to the relevant object.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save your changes.
  
  
  Test the Functionality: Try to perform the action that previously resulted in the error to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to maintain number ranges in the system.
  Transport Requests: If changes are made in a development environment, ensure that they are transported to the quality and production environments as needed.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on number range management in TMS.
  Support: If you are unsure about the changes or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SCMTMS/TC_RATES505 error and maintain the necessary number ranges for your SAP TMS objects.