How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCCS209 - Reference-to line &1 must be greater than sum line &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCCS -

• Message number: 209

• Message text: Reference-to line &1 must be greater than sum line &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS209 - Reference-to line &1 must be greater than sum line &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS209 Reference-to line &1 must be greater than sum line &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an inconsistency in the data being processed, particularly related to the transportation charges or costs.
  Cause:
  This error usually indicates that there is a mismatch in the reference line and the sum line in a pricing or cost calculation. Specifically, it suggests that the reference line (which is expected to be greater) is not greater than the sum line, leading to a logical inconsistency in the calculations. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrectly configured pricing conditions.
  Manual entries that do not adhere to the expected logic.
  Data inconsistencies in the transportation charge calculation.
  Issues with the sequence of operations or data processing in the TM module.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Pricing Conditions: Review the pricing conditions set up in the system. Ensure that the conditions are correctly defined and that the reference line is indeed greater than the sum line.
  
  
  Review Manual Entries: If there are manual entries involved in the pricing or cost calculation, verify that they are entered correctly and logically.
  
  
  Analyze the Data: Look into the specific lines mentioned in the error message. Check the values of the reference line and the sum line to understand why the condition is not being met.
  
  
  Adjust Calculation Logic: If the error is due to a custom logic or user exit, review the code to ensure that it correctly calculates the values as intended.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Testing: After making adjustments, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the calculations are correct.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/PRC for pricing conditions or /SCMTMS/TCC for transportation charge calculations to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide fixes related to this error.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issue causing the error message.