How To Fix /SCMTMS/SFM_OPT050 - RFQ item &1: Max. no. of carriers (&2) higher than no. of carriers (&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/SFM_OPT -

• Message number: 050

• Message text: RFQ item &1: Max. no. of carriers (&2) higher than no. of carriers (&3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFM_OPT050 - RFQ item &1: Max. no. of carriers (&2) higher than no. of carriers (&3) ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/SFM_OPT050 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module, specifically when dealing with the creation or processing of a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for transportation services. This error indicates that the maximum number of carriers specified for a particular RFQ item exceeds the actual number of carriers available for selection.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The maximum number of carriers allowed for the RFQ item is set higher than the number of carriers that are actually available in the system.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation of the RFQ, the user may have inadvertently set a higher limit for the number of carriers than what is configured or available.
  Carrier Availability: There may be a lack of carriers that meet the criteria specified in the RFQ, leading to a situation where the maximum number of carriers cannot be fulfilled.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the RFQ item in the SAP TM system. Ensure that the maximum number of carriers is set appropriately based on the available carriers.
  Adjust RFQ Settings: If the maximum number of carriers is set too high, adjust it to a value that is equal to or lower than the number of available carriers.
  Verify Carrier Data: Check the carrier master data to ensure that the carriers are correctly set up and available for the RFQ. This includes checking their status, availability, and any restrictions that may apply.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria for carriers in the RFQ are not overly restrictive, which could limit the number of carriers that can be selected.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing RFQ items and carrier configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SCMTMS/RFQ to access the RFQ management screen or /SCMTMS/CON for configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user creating or modifying the RFQ has the necessary authorizations to make changes to carrier settings and RFQ configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process the RFQ in SAP TM.