How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE094 - Value type of charge type &1 must match rate table &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE -

• Message number: 094

• Message text: Value type of charge type &1 must match rate table &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE094 - Value type of charge type &1 must match rate table &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE094 indicates that there is a mismatch between the value type of a charge type and the rate table being used in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when the configuration of charge types does not align with the expected value types defined in the associated rate table.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatched Value Types: The charge type you are trying to use has a value type that does not correspond to the value type defined in the rate table. For example, if the charge type is defined to handle weight-based charges but the rate table is set up for distance-based charges, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be an issue in the configuration of either the charge type or the rate table, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when creating or modifying charge types or rate tables can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Charge Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the charge type in question.
  Verify that the value type of the charge type matches the expected value type in the rate table.
  
  
  
  Review Rate Table Configuration:
  
  Access the rate table associated with the charge type.
  Ensure that the value type defined in the rate table is appropriate for the charge type being used.
  
  
  
  Adjustments:
  
  If there is a mismatch, you may need to either change the charge type to match the rate table or modify the rate table to align with the charge type.
  Make sure to test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them to production.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to charge types and rate tables in TMS for further guidance on configuration.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in TMS.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/CHARGE_TYPE to view or edit charge types and /SCMTMS/RATE_TABLE for rate tables.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the charge types and rate tables are functioning correctly without further errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE094.