How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG796 - Enter optimization level for freight agreement RFQ type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 796

• Message text: Enter optimization level for freight agreement RFQ type

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG796 - Enter optimization level for freight agreement RFQ type ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG796 indicates that the system requires an optimization level to be specified for a freight agreement RFQ (Request for Quotation) type. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when you are trying to create or process a freight agreement but have not provided the necessary optimization level.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of an optimization level in the configuration or during the execution of a process related to freight agreements. The optimization level is essential for the system to determine how to optimize the freight costs and routes when processing the RFQ.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP TM configuration settings and ensure that the optimization levels are defined for the relevant freight agreement RFQ types.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path in SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to check the settings for freight agreements and optimization levels.
  
  
  
  Specify Optimization Level:
  
  When creating or processing the RFQ, ensure that you specify the optimization level. This can usually be done in the RFQ creation screen or in the relevant transaction where you are encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal documentation for specific details on how to set up and use optimization levels in freight agreements.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify freight agreements and that you can access the optimization settings.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and ensuring the optimization level is specified, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Optimization Levels: These are predefined settings that determine how the system should optimize freight costs and routes. Different levels may include various parameters such as cost minimization, service level optimization, etc.
  Freight Agreement RFQ Types: These are specific types of RFQs used in the context of freight agreements, which may have different requirements and settings.
  SAP TM Documentation: Refer to the official SAP Transportation Management documentation for detailed information on configuration and usage of freight agreements and optimization levels.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process your freight agreement RFQ.