How To Fix /SCMTMS/TEND164 - Cannot create FQ for freight RFQ &1 of &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TEND -

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Cannot create FQ for freight RFQ &1 of &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND164 - Cannot create FQ for freight RFQ &1 of &2 ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND164 indicates that the system is unable to create a Freight Quote (FQ) for a Freight Request for Quotation (RFQ) due to some underlying issues. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The RFQ may be missing essential data such as transportation lanes, service providers, or other required fields.
  Inconsistent Status: The status of the RFQ might not allow for the creation of a Freight Quote. For example, if the RFQ is already closed or in a status that does not permit further processing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Transportation Management (TM) module that prevent the creation of Freight Quotes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create a Freight Quote for the specified RFQ.
  System Errors: There could be temporary system errors or inconsistencies in the database that are causing the issue.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check RFQ Data: Review the RFQ for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all required fields are filled out and that the data is consistent.
  Review Status: Check the status of the RFQ to ensure it is in a state that allows for the creation of a Freight Quote. If necessary, change the status to allow processing.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP TM configuration team to ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured for creating Freight Quotes.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user attempting to create the Freight Quote has the necessary permissions. If not, work with your security team to grant the required authorizations.
  System Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/RFQ for managing RFQs.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Transportation Management to understand the processes and requirements for creating Freight Quotes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant details about the RFQ and the context in which the error occurred.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.