How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG868 - Enter valid forwarding agreement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 868

• Message text: Enter valid forwarding agreement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG868 - Enter valid forwarding agreement ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG868 Enter valid forwarding agreement typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when a user attempts to create or process a transportation document (like a shipment or freight order) without a valid forwarding agreement being specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Forwarding Agreement: The most common cause is that the forwarding agreement is not defined or is missing in the system.
  Invalid Forwarding Agreement: The forwarding agreement may exist but is not valid for the specific conditions of the transaction (e.g., date range, parties involved).
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of forwarding agreements in the system, such as incorrect settings or missing data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access or view the forwarding agreements.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Forwarding Agreements:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction in SAP TM where you can view or create forwarding agreements.
  Ensure that a valid forwarding agreement exists for the relevant business partner and that it is active.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Forwarding Agreement:
  
  If no forwarding agreement exists, create a new one that meets the requirements of the transaction.
  If an existing agreement is invalid, update it to ensure it is valid for the required date range and conditions.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for forwarding agreements in SAP TM to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Ensure that all necessary data (like business partners, conditions, etc.) is correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and manage forwarding agreements.
  If needed, consult with your SAP security team to adjust user roles and permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on managing forwarding agreements in SAP TM.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/FAG to manage forwarding agreements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or bugs related to forwarding agreements.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully process your transportation documents.