How To Fix /SCMTMS/TEND061 - Amount in step &1 less than 0 for &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TEND -

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Amount in step &1 less than 0 for &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND061 - Amount in step &1 less than 0 for &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND061 Amount in step &1 less than 0 for &2 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM). This error indicates that there is a negative amount in a specific step of a transportation process, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  
  Negative Amounts: The most common cause of this error is that a calculation or input has resulted in a negative value for a specific step in the transportation process (e.g., freight costs, charges, etc.).
  Incorrect Data Entry: Manual data entry errors can lead to negative values being entered where they should not be.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the transportation management system, such as incorrect settings for cost calculations or conditions.
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies in master data (like vendor or customer data) or transactional data can lead to unexpected negative amounts.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Amounts: Check the specific step indicated in the error message (replace &1 with the step number) and the relevant document (replace &2 with the document number). Look for any negative amounts that should be corrected.
  Correct Data Entry: If the negative amount is due to incorrect data entry, correct the values in the relevant transaction or document.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that they are set up correctly for cost calculations and that there are no rules that could lead to negative amounts.
  Analyze Calculation Logic: If the negative amount is the result of a calculation (e.g., discounts, surcharges), analyze the logic to ensure it is functioning as intended.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific transaction or process you are working with.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that may help you navigate to the specific documents or settings (e.g., /SCMTMS/ transaction codes).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches.
  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 resolve the issue causing the /SCMTMS/TEND061 error message in SAP.