How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCC_HL_MSG408 - Maintain standalone FA/calculation sheet &1 or &2 but not both

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCC_HL_MSG -

• Message number: 408

• Message text: Maintain standalone FA/calculation sheet &1 or &2 but not both

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCC_HL_MSG408 - Maintain standalone FA/calculation sheet &1 or &2 but not both ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCC_HL_MSG408 indicates that there is a conflict in the configuration of the Transportation Management System (TMS) regarding the maintenance of standalone freight agreements (FA) or calculation sheets. Specifically, the message suggests that you cannot maintain both a standalone freight agreement and a calculation sheet at the same time for the same transportation scenario.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when:
  
  You are trying to create or maintain both a standalone freight agreement and a calculation sheet for the same transportation scenario, which is not allowed.
  There may be a configuration issue or misunderstanding of how to set up freight agreements and calculation sheets in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Review Your Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP TMS to ensure that you are not trying to maintain both a standalone freight agreement and a calculation sheet for the same transportation scenario.
  Choose One Option: Decide whether you want to maintain a standalone freight agreement or a calculation sheet, and proceed with only one of them. If you need to maintain a freight agreement, ensure that any existing calculation sheets are either deleted or not being used in conjunction with the freight agreement.
  Check for Existing Entries: Look for any existing entries in the system that might be causing the conflict. If there are entries for both, you may need to delete or deactivate one of them.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to TMS and freight agreements for further guidance on how to properly set up and maintain these elements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to TMS, such as /SCMTMS/FA for freight agreements and /SCMTMS/CS for calculation sheets.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or maintain freight agreements and calculation sheets in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.