How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG164 - Cannot create forwarding quotation; release agreement &1, version &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Cannot create forwarding quotation; release agreement &1, version &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG164 - Cannot create forwarding quotation; release agreement &1, version &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG164 indicates that there is an issue with creating a forwarding quotation due to a problem with a release agreement. Specifically, the message states that the release agreement identified by &1 (the agreement number) and &2 (the version number) cannot be used for the quotation.
  Causes:
  
  Inactive Release Agreement: The release agreement may not be active or may have been deleted.
  Version Issues: The specified version of the release agreement may not be valid or may not exist.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified release agreement.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the release agreement, such as missing or incorrect entries.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the use of the release agreement for forwarding quotations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Release Agreement Status: Verify that the release agreement is active and has not been deleted. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., /SCMTMS/AGREEMENT).
  Verify Version: Ensure that the version of the release agreement you are trying to use is valid and exists in the system.
  User Authorizations: Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the release agreement.
  Data Validation: Review the data associated with the release agreement for any inconsistencies or missing information. Correct any issues found.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review the settings related to forwarding quotations and release agreements to ensure they are correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/AGREEMENT for managing release agreements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the Transportation Management module to understand how release agreements and forwarding quotations are intended to work.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.