How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG198 - Freight agreement RFQ &1 awaiting approval for agreement creation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Freight agreement RFQ &1 awaiting approval for agreement creation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG198 - Freight agreement RFQ &1 awaiting approval for agreement creation ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG198 indicates that a Freight Agreement Request for Quotation (RFQ) is awaiting approval before the agreement can be created. This message typically arises in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a freight agreement is being processed but has not yet received the necessary approvals.
  Cause:
  
  Pending Approval: The RFQ for the freight agreement has been created but is still in a status that requires approval from designated users or roles within the organization.
  Workflow Configuration: There may be a workflow configured in the system that mandates approval for certain actions related to freight agreements.
  User Roles and Authorizations: The user attempting to create the agreement may not have the necessary authorizations to approve or finalize the RFQ.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Approval Status: Verify the status of the RFQ in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or application in SAP TM and checking if the RFQ is indeed awaiting approval.
  Approve the RFQ: If you have the necessary permissions, approve the RFQ. This may involve going through a specific approval process defined in your organization’s workflow.
  Contact Approver: If you do not have the necessary permissions, contact the designated approver or the person responsible for managing freight agreements in your organization to expedite the approval process.
  Review Workflow Settings: If the approval process seems to be causing delays, review the workflow settings in SAP TM to ensure they are configured correctly and are functioning as intended.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user roles and authorizations are set up correctly for users involved in the approval process. This may involve working with your SAP security team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/AGREEMENT for managing freight agreements and /SCMTMS/RFQ for handling RFQs.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Transportation Management to understand the workflow and approval processes better.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the issue related to the freight agreement RFQ awaiting approval.