How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCCS003 - Parent charge item of charge item &1 cannot be found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCCS -

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Parent charge item of charge item &1 cannot be found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS003 - Parent charge item of charge item &1 cannot be found ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS003 indicates that the system is unable to find the parent charge item for a specified charge item (denoted as &1). This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when dealing with charge items that are part of a charge calculation or pricing structure.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Parent Charge Item: The most common cause of this error is that the parent charge item, which is supposed to be linked to the specified charge item, does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the charge item hierarchy is not set up correctly, leading to the inability to locate the parent item.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the database or incorrect relationships between charge items.
  Transport Request Issues: If changes were recently transported to the system, there might be issues with the transport request that could have led to missing or incomplete data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Charge Item Configuration: Verify the configuration of the charge items in the system. Ensure that the parent charge item is correctly defined and exists in the system.
  Review Charge Item Hierarchy: Look into the hierarchy of charge items to ensure that the relationships are correctly established. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP TM.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies in the charge item data. This may involve running specific reports or transactions that can help identify missing or incorrect entries.
  Recreate Missing Entries: If the parent charge item is indeed missing, you may need to create it manually or restore it from a backup if available.
  Transport Request Review: If the issue arose after a transport, review the transport request to ensure that all necessary objects were included and correctly transported.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to charge item configuration and management for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/CHARGE to manage charge items or /SCMTMS/CONFIG for configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant logs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.