How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG646 - Start: FA selection for standard organization or business partner

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 646

• Message text: Start: FA selection for standard organization or business partner

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG646 - Start: FA selection for standard organization or business partner ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG646 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the selection of Freight Agreements (FA) for a standard organization or business partner. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing data, or incorrect settings.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Freight Agreement: The system may not find a valid freight agreement that matches the criteria for the selected organization or business partner.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Transportation Management module that are not set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data related to the business partner or organization.
  Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to find the freight agreement may not be correctly defined or may not match any existing agreements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Freight Agreements: Verify that there are valid freight agreements set up for the relevant business partner and organization. Ensure that the agreements are active and applicable to the transportation scenario.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in SAP TM related to freight agreements. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that the master data for the business partner and organization is complete and accurate. This includes checking for any missing or incorrect entries.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If applicable, review and adjust the selection criteria used for finding freight agreements to ensure they align with the existing agreements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/FA to manage freight agreements or /SCMTMS/OV for organizational settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP TM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.