How To Fix /SCMTMS/TRQ264 - To create a forwarding order, the forwarding quotation must be submitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SCMTMS/TRQ -

• Message number: 264

• Message text: To create a forwarding order, the forwarding quotation must be submitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ264 - To create a forwarding order, the forwarding quotation must be submitted ?

  The SAP error message /SCMTMS/TRQ264 indicates that a forwarding order cannot be created because the corresponding forwarding quotation has not been submitted. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Transportation Management (TM) when there is an attempt to create a forwarding order without having a valid and submitted forwarding quotation.
  Cause:
  
  Quotation Not Submitted: The most common cause is that the forwarding quotation exists but has not been submitted for approval or processing.
  Quotation Status: The status of the forwarding quotation may not be set to "Submitted" or "Approved," which is required before creating a forwarding order.
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the forwarding quotation that prevents it from being submitted.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Submit the Quotation: 
  
  Navigate to the forwarding quotation in the SAP TM system.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Submit the quotation for approval. This can usually be done through the "Submit" button or similar action in the user interface.
  
  
  
  Check Quotation Status:
  
  Verify the status of the forwarding quotation. It should be in a status that allows for the creation of a forwarding order (e.g., "Submitted" or "Approved").
  If the quotation is in a different status, you may need to take appropriate actions to change its status.
  
  
  
  Review Quotation Details:
  
  Ensure that all necessary details in the forwarding quotation are complete and accurate.
  Check for any missing information that might prevent the quotation from being submitted.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific steps on how to submit a forwarding quotation and the requirements for creating a forwarding order.
  
  
  
  User Permissions: 
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to submit quotations and create forwarding orders.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP TM Configuration: Understanding the configuration settings in SAP TM related to forwarding quotations and orders can help in troubleshooting similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., /SCMTMS/QUOTATION for managing quotations) that can help in navigating the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully create a forwarding order in SAP TM.