How To Fix SLS_LORD017 - There are open quotations for material &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SLS_LORD - Lean Order Prozess

• Message number: 017

• Message text: There are open quotations for material &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SLS_LORD017 - There are open quotations for material & ?

  The SAP error message SLS_LORD017 indicates that there are open quotations for a specific material, which prevents certain actions from being completed, such as creating a sales order or processing a purchase order. This error typically arises in the context of sales and distribution (SD) or materials management (MM) modules when there are outstanding quotations that need to be addressed.
  Cause:
  
  Open Quotations: The primary cause of this error is that there are existing open quotations for the specified material. These quotations may not have been converted into sales orders or may still be pending approval.
  Quotation Validity: The quotations may still be valid and active, which means the system is preventing further processing until these quotations are resolved.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations in the SAP system that enforce checks for open quotations before allowing certain transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Open Quotations: 
  
  Use transaction codes like ME47 (Maintain Quotation) or VA23 (Display Sales Quotation) to review the open quotations for the material in question.
  Check if the quotations are still valid and if they need to be converted into sales orders.
  
  
  
  Convert or Close Quotations:
  
  If the quotations are no longer needed, you can close them or delete them if appropriate.
  If they are still relevant, consider converting them into sales orders or processing them as needed.
  
  
  
  Check Quotation Status:
  
  Ensure that the status of the quotations is appropriate for the business process. If they are pending approval, follow up with the relevant stakeholders.
  
  
  
  Consult with Stakeholders:
  
  If you are unsure about the status of the quotations or how to proceed, consult with your sales or procurement team to understand the context of the open quotations.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If this error is occurring frequently and is impacting business processes, consider reviewing the system configuration with your SAP Basis or functional consultant to see if adjustments can be made to the checks related to open quotations.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME47, VA23, VA21 (Create Sales Quotation), and VA22 (Change Sales Quotation).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on handling quotations and related error messages.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to view and manage quotations in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the SLS_LORD017 error and continue with your business processes.