How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCCS163 - Item &1: Unit of measure not expected for amount-based calculation rule

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCCS -

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Item &1: Unit of measure not expected for amount-based calculation rule

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS163 - Item &1: Unit of measure not expected for amount-based calculation rule ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS163 Item &1: Unit of measure not expected for amount-based calculation rule typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is a mismatch between the unit of measure (UoM) defined for a specific item and the expected UoM for an amount-based calculation rule.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in UoM: The item in question is defined with a unit of measure that does not align with the unit of measure expected by the calculation rule. For example, if the calculation rule expects a UoM of "KG" but the item is defined with "TON", this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the calculation rules may not be set up correctly to handle the UoM of the items being processed.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry for the item, leading to an incorrect UoM being assigned.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item UoM: Review the item configuration in the system and ensure that the unit of measure is correct and matches the expected UoM for the calculation rule.
  Review Calculation Rules: Go to the configuration of the calculation rules in SAP TM and verify that they are set up to accept the UoM of the item. Adjust the rules if necessary to accommodate the UoM.
  Adjust Data Entry: If the UoM was entered incorrectly, correct the data entry for the item to ensure it matches the expected UoM.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring UoM and calculation rules in SAP TM.
  Testing: After making changes, test the scenario again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on UoM and calculation rules.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to SAP TM configuration, such as /SCMTMS/ for transportation management settings.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.