How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCCS166 - Item &1: Invalid scale base for the calculation base

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCCS -

• Message number: 166

• Message text: Item &1: Invalid scale base for the calculation base

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS166 - Item &1: Invalid scale base for the calculation base ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS166 Item &1: Invalid scale base for the calculation base typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of the scale or calculation base for a specific item in a transportation charge calculation.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invalid Configuration: The error usually indicates that the scale base defined for the calculation base is not valid. This could be due to:
  
  Missing or incorrect entries in the scale definition.
  The scale base not being properly linked to the calculation base.
  The scale base being inactive or deleted.
  
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the transportation charges, such as incorrect master data or configuration settings.
  
  
  Incorrect Item Setup: The specific item referenced in the error message may not have the correct settings or may not be compatible with the defined scale.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Scale Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the transportation charges and verify the scale definitions.
  Ensure that the scale base is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate calculation base.
  
  
  
  Review Calculation Base:
  
  Check the calculation base settings to ensure they are correctly configured and that they reference valid scale bases.
  
  
  
  Validate Item Settings:
  
  Review the item settings in the transportation charge calculation to ensure they are set up correctly and that they reference valid scales.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Perform a consistency check on the relevant master data and configuration settings to identify any discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring scales and calculation bases in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the transportation charge calculation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/CHARGE to access charge configurations or /SCMTMS/SCAL for scale definitions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message /SCMTMS/TCCS166.