How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE118 - Schedule &1 is not valid for scale &2 in rate table &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE -

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Schedule &1 is not valid for scale &2 in rate table &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE118 - Schedule &1 is not valid for scale &2 in rate table &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE118 indicates that there is an issue with the scheduling of a transportation charge in the context of the Transportation Management (TM) module. Specifically, the error states that the schedule you are trying to use is not valid for the specified scale in the rate table.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Schedule: The schedule you are trying to use may not be defined or may not be active for the specified scale in the rate table.
  Rate Table Configuration: The rate table may not have the necessary entries for the specified scale or schedule.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data configuration, such as missing or incorrect entries in the rate table or scale definitions.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters being passed to the function or transaction may not match the expected values defined in the rate table.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Rate Table Configuration:
  
  Go to the rate table configuration in SAP TM and verify that the schedule you are trying to use is correctly defined for the specified scale.
  Ensure that the rate table is active and that the necessary entries exist for the scale and schedule.
  
  
  
  Validate Schedule and Scale:
  
  Check the schedule and scale definitions in the system to ensure they are correctly set up and active.
  Make sure that the scale you are using is compatible with the schedule in question.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entries:
  
  Look for any missing or incorrect entries in the rate table that could be causing the issue.
  If necessary, update or correct the entries in the rate table.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Parameters:
  
  If applicable, try using different parameters or schedules to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is specific to certain configurations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific error message and its context.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration of your system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/TC to access the transportation charge configuration or rate tables.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE118.