How To Fix /SCMTMS/RFQ_TMPL011 - Item validity period must be within the agreement validity period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/RFQ_TMPL -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Item validity period must be within the agreement validity period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/RFQ_TMPL011 - Item validity period must be within the agreement validity period ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/RFQ_TMPL011 Item validity period must be within the agreement validity period typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when creating or processing a Request for Quotation (RFQ) that has item validity dates that do not align with the overall agreement validity period.
  Cause:
  This error arises when the validity period specified for an item in the RFQ is outside the validity period defined for the associated agreement. In other words, the start and end dates for the item must fall within the start and end dates of the agreement. 
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Agreement Validity Period:
  
  Navigate to the agreement in question and verify its validity period (start and end dates).
  Ensure that the agreement is active and that the dates are correctly set.
  
  
  
  Adjust Item Validity Period:
  
  Go to the RFQ and check the validity period for the specific item that is causing the error.
  Modify the item validity dates to ensure they fall within the agreement's validity period.
  
  
  
  Create a New Agreement:
  
  If the current agreement's validity period does not meet your requirements, consider creating a new agreement with the appropriate validity dates that align with the RFQ items.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific guidelines related to RFQ and agreement validity periods.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements in place, check if any custom logic is affecting the validity checks.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the RFQ process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME41 (Create RFQ) or ME47 (Maintain Quotation) to access and modify RFQs.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify agreements and RFQs.
  Training: If you are unfamiliar with the process, consider seeking training or guidance from a colleague or SAP consultant.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your RFQ processing in SAP TM.