How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCC_HL_MSG420 - &1 agreement &2 with invalid usage code &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCC_HL_MSG -

• Message number: 420

• Message text: &1 agreement &2 with invalid usage code &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCC_HL_MSG420 - &1 agreement &2 with invalid usage code &3 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCC_HL_MSG420 typically indicates that there is an issue with a transport charge calculation in the SAP Transportation Management System (TMS). The message specifically points out that an agreement (likely a pricing agreement or contract) has an invalid usage code.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Usage Code: The usage code associated with the agreement is not recognized or is not valid in the context of the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the TMS settings where the usage codes are defined.
  Data Inconsistency: The agreement might have been modified or deleted, leading to inconsistencies in the data.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data (like condition records or agreements) might not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Agreement: Verify the agreement referenced in the error message. Ensure that it exists and is active.
  Validate Usage Code: Check the usage code associated with the agreement. Make sure it is valid and correctly configured in the system.
  Review Configuration: Go to the TMS configuration settings and ensure that the usage codes are properly defined and mapped.
  Update Master Data: If there are missing or incorrect master data records, update or create them as necessary.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the usage codes and agreements in TMS.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or custom developments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/AGREEMENT to view and manage agreements or /SCMTMS/TCC for transport charge configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be useful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCMTMS/TCC_HL_MSG420.