How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCC_MSG049 - Break-weight scale item not found, standard scale item is the highest &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCC_MSG -

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Break-weight scale item not found, standard scale item is the highest &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCC_MSG049 - Break-weight scale item not found, standard scale item is the highest &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCC_MSG049 indicates that there is an issue with the break-weight scale item in the Transportation Management System (TMS). This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a specific break-weight scale item that is required for processing a transportation charge calculation. The message also indicates that the standard scale item is the highest, which means that the system is defaulting to the standard scale item but cannot find the necessary break-weight scale item.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Break-Weight Scale Item: The specific break-weight scale item that is needed for the calculation is not defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the TMS settings related to the scale items.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data or transactional data that are causing the system to fail in finding the required scale item.
  Incorrect Weight or Volume Data: The weight or volume data being processed may not match any of the defined break-weight scale items.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the TMS configuration settings and verify that the break-weight scale items are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the scale items are properly linked to the relevant transportation charges.
  
  
  
  Define Missing Scale Items:
  
  If the required break-weight scale item is missing, you will need to create it in the system. This can typically be done in the customizing settings for TMS.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the materials or products involved in the transportation process. Ensure that the weight and volume data are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Validate Transportation Charge Calculation:
  
  Review the transportation charge calculation settings to ensure that they are correctly configured to use the appropriate scale items.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Data:
  
  If possible, test the process with different weight or volume data to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is data-specific.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to TMS and break-weight scale items for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/ for TMS configuration and maintenance.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.