How To Fix /SCMTMS/TCD021 - Cannot distribute costs; no values for dist rule &1 in freight document

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TCD -

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Cannot distribute costs; no values for dist rule &1 in freight document

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCD021 - Cannot distribute costs; no values for dist rule &1 in freight document ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TCD021 Cannot distribute costs; no values for dist rule &1 in freight document typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with cost distribution in a freight document. This error indicates that the system is unable to distribute costs because it cannot find any values associated with the specified distribution rule.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Distribution Rule Values: The distribution rule specified in the error message does not have any associated values in the freight document. This could be due to incorrect configuration or missing data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The distribution rules may not be properly set up in the system, leading to the inability to find the necessary values for cost distribution.
  Freight Document Issues: The freight document itself may not have been populated correctly, or there may be missing entries that are required for cost distribution.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data that prevent the system from recognizing the distribution rule.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Distribution Rule Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for distribution rules in SAP TM.
  Ensure that the distribution rule specified in the error message is correctly configured and has valid values associated with it.
  
  
  
  Review Freight Document:
  
  Open the freight document that triggered the error.
  Check if all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that the distribution rule is applied properly.
  Ensure that the relevant cost elements and values are present in the freight document.
  
  
  
  Update Missing Values:
  
  If the distribution rule is missing values, you may need to manually enter the required values or adjust the configuration to ensure that the necessary data is available for cost distribution.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on setting up and troubleshooting distribution rules in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the cost distribution process again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that can help you navigate to the configuration and freight document areas.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.