How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG335 - Response deadline is before start date of forwarding agreement quotation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 335

• Message text: Response deadline is before start date of forwarding agreement quotation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG335 - Response deadline is before start date of forwarding agreement quotation ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG335 indicates that there is a mismatch between the response deadline and the start date of a forwarding agreement quotation in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module. This error typically arises when the system detects that the deadline for responding to a quotation is set before the actual start date of the quotation itself, which is logically inconsistent.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Dates: The response deadline for the forwarding agreement quotation has been set to a date that is earlier than the start date of the quotation.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of the forwarding agreement quotation, the dates may have been entered incorrectly.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration settings that govern how dates are handled in the system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dates:
  
  Navigate to the forwarding agreement quotation in question.
  Verify the start date and the response deadline.
  Ensure that the response deadline is set to a date that is equal to or later than the start date.
  
  
  
  Modify Dates:
  
  If the response deadline is incorrect, update it to a valid date that is after the start date of the forwarding agreement quotation.
  Save the changes and check if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue is recurring or affects multiple quotations, review the configuration settings in SAP TM related to forwarding agreements and response deadlines.
  Consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to ensure that the system is configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not occur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP TM documentation for best practices on managing forwarding agreements and understanding date settings.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in creating or managing forwarding agreements are trained on the importance of date accuracy to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your forwarding agreement quotations are set up correctly.