How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG197 - Freight agreement RFQ &1 awaiting approval

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Freight agreement RFQ &1 awaiting approval

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG197 - Freight agreement RFQ &1 awaiting approval ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG197 indicates that a Freight Agreement Request for Quotation (RFQ) is awaiting approval. This message typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a freight agreement has been created but has not yet been approved by the relevant authority or user.
  Cause:
  
  Pending Approval: The RFQ has been created but is still in a status that requires approval from a designated user or group.
  Workflow Configuration: There may be a workflow configured in the system that requires specific approvals before the RFQ can be processed further.
  User Authorization: The user attempting to process the RFQ may not have the necessary authorizations to approve the RFQ.
  Incomplete Data: The RFQ may be missing required information that is preventing it from being approved.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Approval Status: Verify the status of the RFQ in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report that displays the RFQ status.
  Complete Approval Process: If you have the necessary permissions, proceed to approve the RFQ. This may involve accessing the approval workflow and completing any required steps.
  Review Workflow Configuration: If you are an administrator, check the workflow settings to ensure that the approval process is correctly configured and that the right users are assigned to approve RFQs.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user attempting to process the RFQ has the appropriate authorizations. If not, you may need to adjust their roles or permissions.
  Check for Missing Information: Review the RFQ for any missing or incomplete data that may be preventing approval. Fill in any required fields and resubmit for approval.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/AGRMNT for managing freight agreements.
  Workflow Monitoring: Use transaction codes like SWI1 to monitor workflow instances and see if there are any stuck approvals.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on managing freight agreements and the approval process.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue related to the RFQ awaiting approval.