How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_RATES518 - Rate higher than zero for line item &1; "Zero Rate" checkbox deselected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_RATES -

• Message number: 518

• Message text: Rate higher than zero for line item &1; "Zero Rate" checkbox deselected

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES518 - Rate higher than zero for line item &1; "Zero Rate" checkbox deselected ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_RATES518 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the rate configuration for a transportation charge in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module. Specifically, the error states that a line item has a rate higher than zero, but the "Zero Rate" checkbox is deselected. This typically means that the system expects a zero rate for that particular line item, but it has been assigned a non-zero rate.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The rate configuration for the transportation charge might not be set up correctly. The system is expecting a zero rate for the line item, but a non-zero rate has been defined.
  Incorrect Rate Assignment: The rate assigned to the line item may have been incorrectly entered or calculated.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the transportation charges, such as incorrect settings in the condition records or rate tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Rate Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the rate configuration settings in SAP TM.
  Verify the settings for the specific transportation charge and ensure that the "Zero Rate" checkbox is correctly set based on your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Line Item Rates:
  
  Check the line item that is causing the error. Ensure that the rate assigned is appropriate and matches the expected configuration.
  If the line item should indeed have a non-zero rate, consider re-evaluating the configuration to allow for this.
  
  
  
  Adjust Master Data:
  
  Review the master data related to the transportation charges. Ensure that the condition records and rate tables are correctly maintained.
  If necessary, update the master data to reflect the correct rates and settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on configuring transportation rates and understanding the implications of the "Zero Rate" checkbox.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by creating a new transportation charge or reprocessing the affected line item to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on rate configuration in SAP TM.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to transportation management, such as /SCMTMS/TC_RATES for rate management.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups to see if others have encountered similar issues and how they resolved them.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.