How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCCS188 - Enter a rate table type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCCS -

• Message number: 188

• Message text: Enter a rate table type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS188 - Enter a rate table type ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS188 Enter a rate table type typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a user is trying to create or modify a transportation charge calculation schema, but has not specified a required rate table type.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  The user attempts to create or modify a transportation charge calculation without specifying a rate table type.
  The system requires a rate table type to determine how transportation costs should be calculated based on the defined criteria.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Relevant Transaction:
  
  Go to the transaction where you encountered the error (e.g., creating or editing a charge calculation schema).
  
  
  
  Specify Rate Table Type:
  
  Look for a field labeled "Rate Table Type" or similar in the configuration screen.
  Select or enter the appropriate rate table type that corresponds to your transportation charge calculation needs.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the rate table type you are trying to use is properly configured in the system. You may need to check the configuration settings in the SAP TM customizing (transaction SPRO) to ensure that the rate tables are defined and active.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the required information, save your changes and try to execute the transaction again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about which rate table type to use, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's SAP TM configuration guide for guidance on the available rate table types and their purposes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Rate Table Types: These are predefined categories that determine how transportation costs are calculated. Common types include distance-based, weight-based, volume-based, etc.
  SAP TM Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in SAP TM, especially those related to charge calculation and rate tables.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and modify transportation charge calculations in SAP TM.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.