How To Fix /SAPAPO/CLP008 - Action &1 not possible (RFQ has status &2, quotation has status &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CLP -

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Action &1 not possible (RFQ has status &2, quotation has status &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CLP008 - Action &1 not possible (RFQ has status &2, quotation has status &3) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CLP008 typically occurs in the context of Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when trying to perform an action on a Request for Quotation (RFQ) or a quotation that is not in a valid state for that action. The message indicates that the action you are trying to perform is not possible due to the current statuses of the RFQ and the quotation.
  Cause:
  The error message provides the following information:
  
  Action &1: The specific action you are trying to perform (e.g., creating, changing, or deleting a quotation).
  RFQ status &2: The current status of the RFQ (e.g., open, closed, canceled).
  Quotation status &3: The current status of the quotation (e.g., active, expired, rejected).
  
  The action is not allowed because:
  
  The RFQ is in a status that does not permit the action (e.g., if the RFQ is closed, you cannot create or modify quotations).
  The quotation is in a status that does not allow the action (e.g., if the quotation is rejected, you cannot change it).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Statuses: Review the statuses of both the RFQ and the quotation. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP and checking the details of the RFQ and the quotation.
  Change the Status: If the RFQ or quotation is in a status that prevents the action, you may need to change the status. This could involve:
  
  Reopening the RFQ if it is closed (if business processes allow).
  Changing the quotation status if it is in a state that does not allow further actions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to your organization's business process documentation to understand the allowed statuses and actions for RFQs and quotations.
  Contact Support: If you are unsure about how to proceed or if the statuses seem correct but the error persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a functional consultant for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME41 (Create RFQ), ME42 (Change RFQ), ME47 (Maintain Quotation), etc.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the action you are attempting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.