How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCCS131 - Item charge type &1 with same resolution base &2 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCCS -

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Item charge type &1 with same resolution base &2 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS131 - Item charge type &1 with same resolution base &2 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS131 indicates that there is a conflict in the configuration of charge types in the Transportation Management System (TMS). Specifically, it means that there is already an existing item charge type with the same resolution base as the one you are trying to create or modify.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to create or modify a charge type in TMS, and the system finds that another charge type already exists with the same resolution base. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Entries: You may have inadvertently created a duplicate charge type with the same parameters.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the charge types or resolution bases in the system.
  Data Migration: If data was migrated from another system, it may have introduced duplicates.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Charge Types:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for charge types in TMS.
  Look for the charge type that corresponds to the resolution base mentioned in the error message.
  If you find a duplicate, you may need to either modify or delete the existing charge type.
  
  
  
  Modify the New Charge Type:
  
  If you are trying to create a new charge type, consider changing the resolution base or other parameters to ensure it is unique.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation for TMS charge types to understand the requirements and constraints for creating new charge types.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your system has custom developments or enhancements, check if they are affecting the charge type configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/CHARGE to manage charge types.
  Configuration Path: The configuration for charge types can typically be found under the TMS settings in the SAP Easy Access menu.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on configuring charge types in TMS.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /SCMTMS/TCCS131.