How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG087 - Freight agreement requires a usage (customer, supplier, or both)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Freight agreement requires a usage (customer, supplier, or both)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG087 - Freight agreement requires a usage (customer, supplier, or both) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG087 indicates that a freight agreement in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) system requires a usage specification, which can be either for a customer, a supplier, or both. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a freight agreement without specifying the necessary usage details.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Usage Specification: The freight agreement does not have a defined usage (customer, supplier, or both).
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the freight agreement may not be set up correctly, leading to the absence of required usage information.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of the freight agreement, the user may have overlooked entering the required usage details.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Freight Agreement Details:
  
  Navigate to the freight agreement in question.
  Ensure that the usage is specified correctly. You should see options for customer, supplier, or both. Make sure at least one of these is selected.
  
  
  
  Modify the Freight Agreement:
  
  If the usage is missing, edit the freight agreement to include the appropriate usage.
  Save the changes and try to execute the transaction again.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, check the settings for freight agreements in the SAP TM configuration.
  Ensure that the system is set up to require and recognize the usage specifications.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed guidance on freight agreements and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM that deal with freight agreements, such as /SCMTMS/FAG for managing freight agreements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to create or modify freight agreements, as insufficient permissions can sometimes lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG087 and successfully manage your freight agreements in SAP TM.