How To Fix /SCMTMS/TEND179 - FQ for freight RFQ &1 of &2 already exists in status "Draft"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TEND -

• Message number: 179

• Message text: FQ for freight RFQ &1 of &2 already exists in status "Draft"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND179 - FQ for freight RFQ &1 of &2 already exists in status "Draft" ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TEND179 indicates that there is an attempt to create a Freight Request for Quotation (RFQ) that already exists in the system with the status "Draft." This typically occurs in the SAP Transportation Management (TM) module when a user tries to create a new RFQ for a freight tender that has not yet been finalized or submitted.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate RFQ Creation: The most common cause of this error is that an RFQ with the same reference already exists in the system in a draft state. This can happen if a user inadvertently tries to create a new RFQ for the same freight tender without first completing or deleting the existing draft.
  Session Issues: Sometimes, if a user has multiple sessions open or if there are network issues, the system may not reflect the latest status of the RFQ, leading to confusion about whether an RFQ already exists.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing RFQs: Before creating a new RFQ, check the existing RFQs in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the search functionality to find any RFQs that are in "Draft" status.
  Complete or Delete Draft RFQ: If you find an existing draft RFQ that you no longer need, you can either complete it or delete it. If you need to make changes, you can edit the draft RFQ instead of creating a new one.
  Use Unique Identifiers: When creating RFQs, ensure that you are using unique identifiers or references to avoid conflicts with existing drafts.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed steps on managing RFQs in the Transportation Management module.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP TM, such as /SCMTMS/TEND for managing tenders and RFQs.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to create, edit, or delete RFQs in the system.
  System Logs: If the issue persists, check system logs or consult with your SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying issues that may be causing the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and manage your RFQs effectively in SAP TM.