How To Fix /SCMTMS/LBN_MD_MSG017 - Validity of freight agreement &1 has already expired

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/LBN_MD_MSG -

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Validity of freight agreement &1 has already expired

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/LBN_MD_MSG017 - Validity of freight agreement &1 has already expired ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/LBN_MD_MSG017 indicates that the validity period of a freight agreement has expired. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when trying to use a freight agreement that is no longer valid for the specified date or time of the transportation process.
  Cause:
  
  Expired Validity Period: The freight agreement has a defined start and end date, and the current date falls outside this range.
  Incorrect Date: The date being used in the transaction may not align with the validity period of the freight agreement.
  Freight Agreement Not Updated: The freight agreement may not have been updated to reflect new terms or conditions, leading to its expiration.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the freight agreement in the SAP system to confirm its validity dates. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., /SCMTMS/FREIGHT) and checking the agreement details.
  Update the Freight Agreement: If the agreement has expired, you may need to create a new freight agreement or extend the validity of the existing one. This can be done through the appropriate transaction in SAP TM.
  Adjust Transportation Planning: If the transportation planning is based on an expired agreement, adjust the planning to use a valid agreement or reschedule the transportation to fall within the valid period of the agreement.
  Consult with Stakeholders: If necessary, consult with the logistics or procurement teams to ensure that the freight agreements are being managed effectively and updated as needed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/FREIGHT for managing freight agreements.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Transportation Management to understand how freight agreements work and how to manage their validity.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to view and modify freight agreements in the system.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the system configuration or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to ensure that there are no underlying issues affecting freight agreement management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and ensure that your transportation planning processes are aligned with valid freight agreements.