How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG686 - Start: FA selection for standard org. or standard business partner

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 686

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG686 - Start: FA selection for standard org. or standard business partner ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG686 typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an issue with the selection of Freight Agreements (FAs) for a standard organization or standard business partner. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid Freight Agreement for the specified criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Freight Agreements: There may not be any Freight Agreements defined for the selected standard organization or business partner.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for Freight Agreements may not be set up correctly, leading to the inability to select a valid agreement.
  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 match any existing agreements.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Freight Agreements: Verify that there are valid Freight Agreements created for the relevant standard organization and business partner. You can do this by navigating to the Freight Agreement management area in SAP TM.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for Freight Agreements is correctly set up. This includes checking the settings for the relevant business partner and organization.
  Data Consistency: Check for any inconsistencies in the master data for the business partner and organization. Ensure that all necessary data is correctly maintained.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If applicable, modify the selection criteria to ensure that it aligns with the existing Freight Agreements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on setting up and managing Freight Agreements in SAP TM.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/FA for managing Freight Agreements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or updates.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team 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.