How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCC_HL_MSG088 - Commodity code retrieval not possible for resolution base &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCC_HL_MSG -

• Message number: 088

• Message text: Commodity code retrieval not possible for resolution base &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCC_HL_MSG088 - Commodity code retrieval not possible for resolution base &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCC_HL_MSG088 indicates that the system is unable to retrieve the commodity code for a specific resolution base (indicated by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is trying to determine the appropriate commodity code for a transportation charge calculation or similar processes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Commodity Code: The commodity code may not be defined in the system for the specified resolution base.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the transportation management settings that prevent the system from accessing the necessary data.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to the materials, products, or services involved.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the commodity code data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Commodity Code Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP TM and ensure that the commodity codes are properly defined for the resolution base in question.
  Verify that the commodity code is assigned to the relevant products or materials.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the materials or products involved in the transaction. Ensure that the commodity codes are correctly assigned and that there are no missing entries.
  If necessary, update the master data to include the required commodity codes.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks in the system to identify any discrepancies in the data that may be causing the issue.
  Correct any inconsistencies found during the checks.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access the commodity code data.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to review and adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance 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. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant transaction data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that may help in troubleshooting, such as /SCMTMS/ related transactions.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with 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 the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.