How To Fix ARBERP_MAP557 - RFQ &1 item &2 does not contain a quantity; message cannot be sent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ARBERP_MAP - Message class for package ARBERP1_MAPPINGS_CMN

• Message number: 557

• Message text: RFQ &1 item &2 does not contain a quantity; message cannot be sent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ARBERP_MAP557 - RFQ &1 item &2 does not contain a quantity; message cannot be sent ?

  The SAP error message ARBERP_MAP557 indicates that there is an issue with a Request for Quotation (RFQ) where a specific item does not have a quantity specified. This prevents the system from sending the message related to that RFQ item.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that one or more items in the RFQ do not have a quantity assigned. In SAP, each item in an RFQ must have a quantity defined for the system to process and send the RFQ correctly. If the quantity field is left blank or set to zero, the system will trigger this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the RFQ Document: 
  
  Navigate to the RFQ document in SAP.
  Review each item listed in the RFQ to ensure that all items have a valid quantity specified.
  
  
  
  Update the Quantity:
  
  If you find any items without a quantity, enter the appropriate quantity for each item.
  Ensure that the quantity is greater than zero.
  
  
  
  Save the Changes:
  
  After updating the quantities, save the RFQ document.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt Sending the RFQ:
  
  Once all items have valid quantities, try to send the RFQ message again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME41 (Create RFQ) or ME42 (Change RFQ) to access and modify RFQ documents.
  Message Types: The error may be related to specific message types configured in your SAP system for RFQs. Ensure that the message type settings are correctly configured in the system.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to modify RFQ documents and send messages.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error message.
  
  By ensuring that all RFQ items have valid quantities, you should be able to resolve the ARBERP_MAP557 error and successfully send the RFQ.