How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCCS212 - Reference-to line &1 must be less than subtotal line &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCCS -

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Reference-to line &1 must be less than subtotal line &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS212 - Reference-to line &1 must be less than subtotal line &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS212 Reference-to line &1 must be less than subtotal line &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the way the transportation charges or costs are being referenced in a transportation charge calculation.
  Cause:
  This error indicates that there is a problem with the sequence of the charge lines in a transportation charge calculation. Specifically, it means that a reference to a line item (line &1) is incorrectly positioned in relation to a subtotal line (line &2). In other words, the system expects the reference line to appear before the subtotal line, but it appears after it, which violates the expected order of processing.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Charge Lines: Review the charge lines in the transportation charge calculation. Ensure that all reference lines are positioned before any subtotal lines.
  
  
  Adjust Sequence: If you find that a reference line is after a subtotal line, adjust the sequence of the lines so that all reference lines come before their corresponding subtotal lines.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this issue persists, check the configuration settings for transportation charges in SAP TM. Ensure that the rules for charge calculation are set up correctly.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making adjustments, test the transportation charge calculation again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or the specific charge lines, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources related to transportation management and charge calculations.
  
  
  Seek Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in Transportation Management.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Transportation Management, such as /SCMTMS/CHARGE for charge calculations.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the issue causing the error message /SCMTMS/TCCS212.