How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG545 - Cannot consolidate responses before aw. conf. deadline for RFQ master &1

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 545

• Message text: Cannot consolidate responses before aw. conf. deadline for RFQ master &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG545 - Cannot consolidate responses before aw. conf. deadline for RFQ master &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG545 indicates that there is an issue with consolidating responses for a Request for Quotation (RFQ) in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module. The specific message states that responses cannot be consolidated before the "aw. conf. deadline," which refers to the award confirmation deadline for the RFQ.
  Cause:
  
  
  Deadline Not Reached: The most common cause of this error is that the deadline for confirming the award of the RFQ has not yet been reached. The system is designed to prevent consolidation of responses until this deadline has passed to ensure that all potential suppliers have had the opportunity to submit their bids.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the RFQ process that are not aligned with the expected behavior, such as incorrect dates or deadlines set in the RFQ master data.
  
  
  Status of RFQ: The RFQ may be in a status that does not allow for consolidation of responses, such as being in a draft state or not yet being released.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Award Confirmation Deadline: Review the RFQ master data to confirm the award confirmation deadline. Ensure that the current date is past this deadline before attempting to consolidate responses.
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If the deadline is incorrectly set, you may need to adjust the dates in the RFQ master data to allow for consolidation.
  
  
  Review RFQ Status: Ensure that the RFQ is in the correct status for consolidation. If it is in a draft or inactive state, you may need to activate or release it.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing RFQs and understanding the implications of deadlines and statuses.
  
  
  Contact 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.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to RFQ management in SAP, such as ME41 (Create RFQ) and ME42 (Change RFQ).
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in the RFQ process are trained on the importance of deadlines and the RFQ lifecycle to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully consolidate responses for your RFQ.