How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG031 - Freight agreement will be searched based on contracting party &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Freight agreement will be searched based on contracting party &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG031 - Freight agreement will be searched based on contracting party &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG031 indicates that the system is attempting to find a freight agreement based on the specified contracting party, but it is unable to do so. This message typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when the system is trying to determine the appropriate freight agreement for a transportation requirement or shipment.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Freight Agreement: There may not be a freight agreement defined for the specified contracting party in the system.
  Incorrect Contracting Party: The contracting party specified in the transaction may not match any existing freight agreements.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data related to the contracting party or freight agreements.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to link the contracting party with the freight agreements.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Freight Agreements: Verify that there are valid freight agreements set up for the contracting party in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP TM where freight agreements are maintained.
  
  
  Review Contracting Party: Ensure that the contracting party specified in the transaction is correct and matches the one defined in the freight agreements.
  
  
  Data Maintenance: If there are missing freight agreements, create or update them as necessary. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in SAP TM to ensure that the system is set up to correctly link contracting parties with freight agreements.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing freight agreements and contracting parties.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/FREIGHT_AGREEMENT for managing freight agreements.
  Master Data: Ensure that the master data for both the contracting party and the freight agreements is complete and accurate.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and manage freight agreements.
  
  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.