How To Fix MMPUR_CQTN001 - Central RFQ &1 must be published in order to create a central quotation.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_CQTN - Message Class for Central Supplier Quotation

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Central RFQ &1 must be published in order to create a central quotation.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_CQTN001 - Central RFQ &1 must be published in order to create a central quotation. ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_CQTN001 indicates that a central request for quotation (RFQ) must be published before you can create a central quotation. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Central Procurement functionality, where a central RFQ is required to gather quotations from suppliers for a specific purchasing requirement.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to create a central quotation without having first published the corresponding central RFQ.
  The central RFQ is either not created, not published, or is in a status that does not allow for the creation of quotations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Central RFQ Status:
  
  Navigate to the transaction where you manage central RFQs (e.g., ME41 for creating RFQs).
  Verify that the RFQ you are trying to reference is created and published.
  
  
  
  Publish the Central RFQ:
  
  If the RFQ is not published, you need to publish it. This can typically be done in the RFQ management screen by selecting the RFQ and choosing the option to publish it.
  Ensure that all necessary details are filled out in the RFQ before publishing.
  
  
  
  Verify the RFQ Details:
  
  Ensure that the RFQ contains all required information, such as item details, supplier information, and any other necessary data.
  Check for any errors or warnings in the RFQ that might prevent it from being published.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to publish RFQs and create quotations. Lack of proper permissions can also lead to issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps related to your version of SAP, as the process may vary slightly depending on the system configuration.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you have followed the above steps and are still encountering issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME41 (Create RFQ), ME42 (Change RFQ), ME47 (Maintain Quotation), and ME49 (Publish RFQ).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this issue.
  Central Procurement: Understand the overall process of central procurement in SAP, as it involves multiple components and may require coordination between different organizational units.
  
  By ensuring that the central RFQ is properly published and all necessary details are in place, you should be able to create the central quotation without encountering the MMPUR_CQTN001 error.