How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCCS287 - Can only enter cost items for charge usage of "Customer" or "Internal"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCCS -

• Message number: 287

• Message text: Can only enter cost items for charge usage of "Customer" or "Internal"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS287 - Can only enter cost items for charge usage of "Customer" or "Internal" ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCCS287 indicates that there is an issue with the cost items being entered in the Transportation Management System (TMS). Specifically, this error occurs when you attempt to enter cost items for a charge usage type that is not allowed. The message states that cost items can only be entered for charge usage types of "Customer" or "Internal."
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to enter cost items for a charge usage type that is not defined as "Customer" or "Internal."
  The configuration of the charge usage type in the system does not allow for cost items to be entered for the selected type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Charge Usage Type:
  
  Verify the charge usage type you are trying to use. Ensure that it is set to either "Customer" or "Internal." If it is set to another type, you will need to change it to one of the allowed types.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you have access to the configuration settings, check the configuration for charge usage types in the TMS. Ensure that the charge usage types are correctly defined and that the system allows cost items for the intended usage types.
  
  
  
  Adjust Cost Item Entry:
  
  If you are entering cost items manually, ensure that you are selecting the correct charge usage type from the dropdown or selection list.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to TMS and charge usage types for more detailed information on how to configure and use cost items.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TMS that may help you navigate to the configuration settings or cost item entries.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to enter cost items and modify charge usage types in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.