How To Fix /SCMTMS/SFM_OPT033 - No responses for freight agreement RFQ item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SFM_OPT -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: No responses for freight agreement RFQ item &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFM_OPT033 - No responses for freight agreement RFQ item &1 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFM_OPT033 No responses for freight agreement RFQ item &1 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module when there are no responses received for a Request for Quotation (RFQ) related to a freight agreement. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help resolve the issue.
  Causes:
  
  No Bids Submitted: The most common reason for this error is that no freight service providers have submitted bids for the RFQ item in question.
  Inactive Freight Agreements: The freight agreement associated with the RFQ may be inactive or not properly configured.
  Incorrect RFQ Configuration: There may be issues with how the RFQ was set up, such as missing or incorrect data.
  Provider Selection: The selected freight service providers may not be available or may not have the capacity to respond to the RFQ.
  System Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the SAP TM system that prevent responses from being processed correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check RFQ Status: Verify the status of the RFQ to ensure it is active and that the deadline for responses has not passed.
  Review Freight Agreements: Ensure that the freight agreements are active and correctly configured. Check if the service providers associated with the RFQ are valid and available.
  Contact Service Providers: Reach out to the freight service providers to confirm whether they received the RFQ and if they intend to submit a bid.
  Reconfigure RFQ: If there are issues with the RFQ setup, consider reconfiguring it to ensure all necessary information is included and correct.
  Check System Logs: Review system logs for any errors or warnings that may provide additional context on why responses are not being received.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling RFQ-related issues in SAP TM.
  Engage SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it appears to be a system-related issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or bugs related to RFQs in SAP TM.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in the RFQ process are adequately trained and have access to the necessary documentation.
  System Updates: Keep the SAP system updated to the latest version to benefit from bug fixes and improvements related to RFQ processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.