How To Fix /SCMTMS/TEND088 - Max. response time in freight RFQ &1 of step &2 must be greater than 0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TEND -

• Message number: 088

• Message text: Max. response time in freight RFQ &1 of step &2 must be greater than 0

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND088 - Max. response time in freight RFQ &1 of step &2 must be greater than 0 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND088 indicates that there is an issue with the maximum response time set for a freight request for quotation (RFQ) in the Transportation Management System (TMS). Specifically, the error states that the maximum response time must be greater than 0 for the specified RFQ and step.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Issue: The maximum response time for the freight RFQ has been set to 0 or has not been defined in the system.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of the RFQ, the maximum response time was inadvertently set to 0.
  System Settings: The system settings or parameters related to freight RFQs may not be properly configured.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check RFQ Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP TMS.
  Ensure that the maximum response time for the RFQ is set to a value greater than 0. This can typically be found in the settings for freight procurement or RFQ management.
  
  
  
  Modify the RFQ:
  
  If you are in the process of creating or editing an RFQ, check the fields related to response times.
  Update the maximum response time to a positive value (greater than 0).
  
  
  
  Review Custom Settings:
  
  If your organization has custom settings or enhancements, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or technical team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the RFQ process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made for future reference and to assist other users who may encounter similar issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as /SCMTMS/TEND to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to modify RFQ settings in the TMS.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.