How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG787 - Freight agreement RFQ &1 version &2 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 787

• Message text: Freight agreement RFQ &1 version &2 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG787 - Freight agreement RFQ &1 version &2 already exists ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG787 indicates that there is an attempt to create a Freight Agreement Request for Quotation (RFQ) that already exists in the system. This typically occurs when you try to create a new RFQ for a freight agreement that has the same version number as an existing one.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate RFQ Creation: The error is triggered when there is an attempt to create a new RFQ for a freight agreement that already has an RFQ with the same version number.
  Version Management: The system uses versioning to manage different iterations of RFQs. If the version number is not incremented or changed, the system will prevent the creation of a duplicate.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing RFQs: Before creating a new RFQ, check the existing RFQs for the freight agreement. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP and searching for existing RFQs associated with the freight agreement.
  Use a Different Version: If you need to create a new RFQ, increment the version number. This can usually be done in the RFQ creation screen where you specify the version.
  Modify Existing RFQ: If the existing RFQ is still valid and you need to make changes, consider modifying the existing RFQ instead of creating a new one.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to freight agreements and RFQs for additional guidance on version management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/FAG for managing freight agreements and RFQs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify RFQs in the system.
  System Configuration: If this issue persists, it may be worth consulting with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the system settings for RFQ management are correctly configured.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage your freight agreements and RFQs in SAP.