How To Fix /SCMTMS/CFIR526 - FWO &1: Agreement Party not maintained, invoice cannot be created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/CFIR -

• Message number: 526

• Message text: FWO &1: Agreement Party not maintained, invoice cannot be created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/CFIR526 - FWO &1: Agreement Party not maintained, invoice cannot be created ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/CFIR526 FWO &1: Agreement Party not maintained, invoice cannot be created typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the configuration of the agreement parties related to freight orders (FWO). This error indicates that the system cannot create an invoice because the necessary agreement party information is missing or not properly maintained.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Agreement Party: The agreement party (such as a vendor or customer) is not defined in the system for the freight order.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the freight agreement may not be set up correctly, leading to missing or incorrect party information.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the parties involved in the freight order.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Agreement Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP TM.
  Ensure that the agreement parties (e.g., shipper, carrier, etc.) are correctly maintained in the freight agreement.
  
  
  
  Maintain Agreement Parties:
  
  Go to the transaction for maintaining freight agreements (e.g., /SCMTMS/FREIGHT_AGREEMENT).
  Verify that all necessary parties are defined and that their roles are correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Freight Order:
  
  Open the freight order that is causing the error.
  Check the details of the freight order to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly, especially those related to the agreement parties.
  
  
  
  Master Data Check:
  
  Ensure that the master data for the involved parties (vendors, customers) is complete and correctly set up in the system.
  Check for any missing or incorrect entries in the master data that could affect the agreement.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific requirements or configurations related to freight agreements and invoicing.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to create the invoice again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/FREIGHT_ORDER, /SCMTMS/FREIGHT_AGREEMENT, and others that may be useful for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and maintain freight agreements and related data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP TM for further assistance.