How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCC_MSG031 - Scale not found for rate scale ref. &1, line &2,charge ty &3, res base &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCC_MSG -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Scale not found for rate scale ref. &1, line &2,charge ty &3, res base &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCC_MSG031 - Scale not found for rate scale ref. &1, line &2,charge ty &3, res base &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCC_MSG031 indicates that a scale could not be found for a specific rate scale reference in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when the system is trying to determine transportation costs based on predefined rate scales, but it cannot find the necessary scale data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Rate Scale: The most common cause is that the rate scale referenced in the error message does not exist in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or missing entries in the rate scale tables.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the transportation charges may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to find the appropriate scale.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant master data (e.g., condition records).
  Charge Type or Resource Base Issues: The charge type or resource base specified in the error message may not be correctly defined or may not have corresponding scale entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Rate Scale Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the configuration for transportation management.
  Verify that the rate scale reference mentioned in the error message is correctly defined and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Rate Scales:
  
  If the rate scale is missing, you may need to create it. Use transaction V/06 (for condition records) to create or update the necessary condition records for the charge type and resource base.
  Ensure that the scale entries are correctly defined for the relevant charge type and resource base.
  
  
  
  Check Master Data:
  
  Review the master data related to transportation charges, including the charge types and resource bases, to ensure they are correctly set up and linked to the appropriate rate scales.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Scenarios:
  
  If applicable, test the transportation planning with different scenarios to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is specific to certain conditions or data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on configuring rate scales and transportation charges.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and master data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as V/06 for condition records, SPRO for configuration, and VT01N for transportation planning.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message or the transportation management module that may provide additional insights or fixes.
  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 the necessary solutions to resolve it.