How To Fix /SAPAPO/CLPRP153 - No participants found for RFQ process (Action terminated)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CLPRP -

• Message number: 153

• Message text: No participants found for RFQ process (Action terminated)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CLPRP153 - No participants found for RFQ process (Action terminated) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CLPRP153 No participants found for RFQ process (Action terminated) typically occurs in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly when dealing with the Request for Quotation (RFQ) process. This error indicates that the system could not find any participants (vendors or suppliers) associated with the RFQ process you are trying to execute.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Vendor Master Data: The vendors that should participate in the RFQ process may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Incorrect RFQ Configuration: The RFQ may not be configured properly to include the relevant vendors.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to identify participants may be too restrictive, resulting in no vendors being found.
  Status of Vendors: The vendors may be inactive or blocked, preventing them from being considered for the RFQ.
  Organizational Data: The organizational data (like purchasing organization) may not match with the vendor data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Vendor Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the vendors you expect to participate in the RFQ are correctly set up in the system.
  Verify that the vendor master data is complete and active.
  
  
  
  Review RFQ Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the RFQ process to ensure that it includes the correct vendors.
  Make sure that the RFQ is linked to the appropriate purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Adjust Selection Criteria:
  
  Review the selection criteria used to identify participants for the RFQ. Make sure they are not overly restrictive.
  Consider broadening the criteria to include more vendors.
  
  
  
  Vendor Status Check:
  
  Verify the status of the vendors in the system. Ensure they are not blocked or inactive.
  If necessary, reactivate or unblock the vendors.
  
  
  
  Organizational Data Verification:
  
  Ensure that the organizational data in the RFQ matches the vendor data.
  Check if the purchasing organization in the RFQ corresponds to the vendors' purchasing organization.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the RFQ process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME41 (Create RFQ) or ME42 (Change RFQ) to manage RFQs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring RFQs and managing vendor data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth analysis and assistance.