How To Fix /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG869 - Item &1, valid from &2, is not within the agreement validity

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG -

• Message number: 869

• Message text: Item &1, valid from &2, is not within the agreement validity

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG869 - Item &1, valid from &2, is not within the agreement validity ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/FAG_MSG869 indicates that an item (identified by &1) is not valid within the specified agreement validity period (from &2). This typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to process a transportation request or a related document that references a transportation agreement or contract that is no longer valid.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Range: The item you are trying to process has a validity date that falls outside the start and end dates of the associated agreement.
  Agreement Not Active: The agreement may not be active or has been deactivated.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the agreement is not set up correctly in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a mistake in the data entry, such as incorrect dates or item details.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Agreement Validity:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP and check the validity dates of the agreement associated with the item.
  Ensure that the item’s validity dates fall within the agreement's start and end dates.
  
  
  
  Update Item Dates:
  
  If the item’s dates are incorrect, update them to ensure they align with the agreement's validity.
  
  
  
  Review Agreement Status:
  
  Verify that the agreement is active and has not been deactivated or expired.
  If necessary, reactivate the agreement or create a new one that covers the required dates.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP TM configuration team to ensure that the agreements are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification:
  
  Double-check the data entered for the item to ensure there are no typos or incorrect entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further details on managing agreements and their validity.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/AGREEMENT to view and manage transportation agreements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and edit agreements in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.