How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCCS072 - Grouping code for transportation charge cat.: air waybill &1 is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCCS -

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Grouping code for transportation charge cat.: air waybill &1 is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS072 - Grouping code for transportation charge cat.: air waybill &1 is invalid ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS072 indicates that there is an issue with the grouping code for a transportation charge category, specifically for an air waybill. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is unable to recognize or validate the grouping code associated with the specified transportation charge category.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Grouping Code: The grouping code specified for the transportation charge category (in this case, related to air waybills) does not exist in the system or is incorrectly configured.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the transportation charge management settings, leading to the system not being able to find the appropriate grouping code.
  Data Entry Errors: The grouping code may have been entered incorrectly in the relevant transaction or master data.
  Missing Master Data: The necessary master data for the transportation charge category may not be set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Grouping Code: Verify the grouping code being used for the air waybill. Ensure that it is correctly entered and exists in the system.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for transportation charge management in SAP TM. Check if the grouping code is properly defined and linked to the relevant transportation charge categories.
  Update Master Data: If the grouping code is missing or incorrect, update the master data accordingly. This may involve creating or modifying the relevant entries in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to configure transportation charge categories and grouping codes.
  Testing: After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the transportation charges are calculated correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/CHARGE to manage transportation charges or /SCMTMS/CONFIG to access configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify transportation charge configurations.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.