How To Fix VELO161 - The system no longer contains RFQs or quotations in document form

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VELO - Vehicle Management System

• Message number: 161

• Message text: The system no longer contains RFQs or quotations in document form

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VELO161 - The system no longer contains RFQs or quotations in document form ?

  The SAP error message VELO161 indicates that the system cannot find any Request for Quotations (RFQs) or quotations in document form. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Vendor Evaluation or Purchasing module when trying to access or process RFQs or quotations that are expected to be present in the system.
  Causes:
  
  No Existing RFQs/Quotations: The most straightforward cause is that there are no RFQs or quotations created in the system for the specific vendor or material you are trying to evaluate.
  Document Deletion: RFQs or quotations may have been deleted or archived, making them unavailable for the current transaction.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to search for RFQs or quotations may be too restrictive or incorrect, leading to no results being found.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the RFQs or quotations, leading to the perception that they do not exist.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with data synchronization that prevent the system from retrieving the documents.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check for Existing RFQs/Quotations: Verify that RFQs or quotations exist for the vendor or material in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (e.g., ME41 for creating RFQs, ME42 for changing RFQs, ME47 for maintaining quotations).
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria you are using to search for RFQs or quotations are correct and not overly restrictive. Adjust the filters as necessary.
  Check Authorizations: Confirm that you have the necessary permissions to view RFQs and quotations. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to request the appropriate access.
  Consult with IT Support: If you suspect data consistency issues or if the documents should exist but are not showing up, consult your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate potential database issues.
  Create New RFQ/Quotation: If no RFQs or quotations exist, you may need to create a new RFQ or quotation to proceed with your process.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME41 (Create RFQ), ME42 (Change RFQ), ME47 (Maintain Quotation), ME51 (Create Purchase Requisition), etc.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on RFQs and quotations, including how to create, manage, and evaluate them.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to properly create and manage RFQs and quotations to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the VELO161 error and successfully manage RFQs and quotations in SAP.