How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE030 - Calculation type cannot be absolute (A) for non-numeric type scale base

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE -

• Message number: 030

• Message text: Calculation type cannot be absolute (A) for non-numeric type scale base

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE030 - Calculation type cannot be absolute (A) for non-numeric type scale base ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE030 indicates that there is an issue with the calculation type being set to "absolute" (A) for a scale base that is not numeric. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when dealing with scales and calculations related to freight or costs.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Numeric Scale Base: The error arises when the system expects a numeric value for a scale base, but the provided value is either non-numeric or not in the expected format.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the scale or the calculation type may not align with the data types defined in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where a non-numeric value has been assigned to a field that requires a numeric input.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Scale Base Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the scale in question.
  Ensure that the scale base is defined as a numeric type. If it is set to a non-numeric type, change it to a numeric type.
  
  
  
  Review Calculation Type:
  
  Verify that the calculation type is appropriate for the scale base being used. If the scale base is non-numeric, you should not use the absolute calculation type (A).
  Consider using a relative calculation type (e.g., percentage) if applicable.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the data entries for the scale and ensure that all values are numeric where required.
  Correct any entries that are incorrectly formatted or contain non-numeric characters.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the configuration by attempting to execute the process that triggered the error again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on configuring scales and calculation types in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Transportation Management, such as /SCMTMS/ for configuration and monitoring.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your scale configurations are set up correctly in SAP TM.