How To Fix /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE124 - Package type &1 is not valid for scale &3 in rate table &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE -

• Message number: 124

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE124 - Package type &1 is not valid for scale &3 in rate table &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE124 Package type &1 is not valid for scale &3 in rate table &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of rate tables and the package types associated with them.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Package Type: The package type specified in the rate table does not match the expected package type for the given scale. This could happen if the package type is not defined or is incorrectly configured.
  Scale Configuration: The scale defined in the rate table may not support the specified package type. Each scale can have specific package types that it is valid for.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered in the rate table, such as missing or incorrect entries for package types or scales.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Package Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for package types in SAP TM.
  Ensure that the package type specified in the error message is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Rate Table Configuration:
  
  Access the rate table mentioned in the error message.
  Verify that the scale configuration allows for the specified package type. If not, you may need to adjust the scale or add the package type to the scale.
  
  
  
  Adjust Scale Settings:
  
  If the scale does not support the package type, you may need to create a new scale or modify the existing one to include the required package type.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Check for any data inconsistencies in the rate table. Ensure that all necessary entries are present and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the configuration by attempting to execute the transaction that triggered the error to ensure that the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/RT to access rate tables or /SCMTMS/PA for package types.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Transportation Management for detailed guidance on configuring rate tables and package types.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with a functional consultant who specializes in SAP TM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCMTMS/TC_SCALE124.