How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG288 - Quotation status reason &1 not found; enter a valid reason

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 288

• Message text: Quotation status reason &1 not found; enter a valid reason

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG288 - Quotation status reason &1 not found; enter a valid reason ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG288 indicates that there is an issue with the status reason of a quotation in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module. Specifically, the message states that the status reason you are trying to use is not found in the system, and you need to enter a valid reason.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Status Reason: The status reason you are trying to assign to the quotation does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, or the status reason may not have been defined in the configuration.
  Missing Customization: If your organization has customized the status reasons, the required status reason may not have been set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use certain status reasons.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Status Reason: Verify the status reason you are trying to use. Ensure that it is spelled correctly and that it exists in the system.
  Configuration Check: If you have access to the configuration settings, navigate to the relevant customizing transaction (usually in SPRO) and check if the status reasons for quotations are defined correctly.
  
  Path: SPRO -> Logistics Execution -> Transportation -> Basic Settings -> Define Status Reasons
  
  
  Create Missing Status Reason: If the status reason does not exist, you may need to create it. This typically requires access to the configuration settings.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access and use the status reasons. You may need to contact your SAP security team for assistance.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for more information on how to manage status reasons in the TM module.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to Transportation Management, such as /SCMTMS/QUOTATION for managing quotations.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully manage the quotation status in SAP TM.