How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG538 - Confirmation not submitted for item &1 in individual FA RFQ &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 538

• Message text: Confirmation not submitted for item &1 in individual FA RFQ &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG538 - Confirmation not submitted for item &1 in individual FA RFQ &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG538 Confirmation not submitted for item &1 in individual FA RFQ &2 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module, particularly when dealing with Freight Agreements (FA) and Request for Quotations (RFQ). This error indicates that a confirmation for a specific item in an individual Freight Agreement RFQ has not been submitted.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Confirmation: The most common cause is that the user has not submitted a confirmation for the specified item in the RFQ.
  Incomplete Data: There may be missing or incomplete data in the RFQ or the Freight Agreement that prevents the confirmation from being processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to submit confirmations for the RFQ.
  System Configuration: There could be configuration issues in the SAP system that affect the processing of confirmations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Submit Confirmation: Ensure that you have submitted the confirmation for the specified item in the RFQ. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP TM and completing the confirmation process.
  Check Data Completeness: Review the RFQ and Freight Agreement for any missing or incomplete data. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Review Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the confirmation. If not, contact your SAP security team to obtain the required permissions.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or TM configuration team to ensure that the system is set up correctly for handling confirmations in Freight Agreements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/FA for Freight Agreements and /SCMTMS/RFQ for Request for Quotations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal or other documentation related to SAP TM and Freight Agreements for more detailed information on the confirmation process.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.