How To Fix /SCMTMS/RFQ_TMPL006 - Response deadline is after the RFQ master end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/RFQ_TMPL -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Response deadline is after the RFQ master end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/RFQ_TMPL006 - Response deadline is after the RFQ master end date ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/RFQ_TMPL006 Response deadline is after the RFQ master end date typically occurs in the context of the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module when creating or managing a Request for Quotation (RFQ). This error indicates that the response deadline you have set for the RFQ is later than the end date defined in the RFQ master data.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Dates: The response deadline you specified for the RFQ is beyond the end date set in the RFQ master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the end date of the RFQ is not set correctly or is not aligned with the intended response deadline.
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently entered an incorrect response deadline.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check RFQ Master Data: Review the RFQ master data to confirm the end date. Ensure that the end date is set correctly and reflects the intended timeline for the RFQ.
  Adjust Response Deadline: Modify the response deadline to ensure it is on or before the RFQ master end date. This can be done in the RFQ creation or editing screen.
  Update RFQ End Date: If the response deadline is correct and needs to be extended, consider updating the RFQ master end date to accommodate the desired response deadline.
  Validation: After making changes, validate the RFQ to ensure that there are no further conflicts with the dates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Transportation Management for detailed information on RFQ processes and date management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/RFQ for managing RFQs in SAP TM.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in creating or managing RFQs are trained on the importance of date management to avoid similar errors in the future.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the dates, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the date mismatch and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with the RFQ process.