How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE016 - &1 is an invalid calculation type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE -

• Message number: 016

• Message text: &1 is an invalid calculation type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE016 - &1 is an invalid calculation type ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE016 &1 is an invalid calculation type typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of calculation types used in transportation planning or freight calculation.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The calculation type specified in the configuration is not recognized by the system. This could be due to a typo, an outdated configuration, or a missing entry in the relevant tables.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they might be referencing a calculation type that does not exist or is incorrectly defined.
  Transport Request Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it might not have been properly set up in the target system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP TM and verify the calculation types defined in the system.
  Ensure that the calculation type you are trying to use is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it is referencing valid calculation types.
  Make necessary adjustments to the code if it is pointing to an invalid or non-existent calculation type.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  If something is missing, you may need to re-transport the relevant configuration or objects.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP TM you are using. There may be known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TC to access the configuration settings related to transportation management.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.