How to Create Request for Quotation in SAP

Request for Quotation (RFQ) is used to inquire in the market to obtain quotations from prospective vendors. RFQ can be created with reference to Purchase Requisition, Outline Agreement (Contract), and another RFQ.

You can create RFQ in SAP by using the following navigation menu method

  • SAP R/3 Path: – Logistics > Material Management >Purchasing >RFQ/quotation >Request for Quotation > Create
  • Transaction Code: – ME41

Step 1: Execute T-Code “ME41” in SAP command field.

Step 2: – On the Create RFQ: Initial Screen, enter the following data.

  • Enter the RFQ type as “AN”
  • Enter the Quotation Deadline
  • Enter Purch. Organization and Purchasing Group
  • Enter plant and storage location

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Step 2: – Enter the Collective No to track of all RFQs related to particular instances and reference data.

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Step 3: – On the Create RFQ: Item overview screen, enter the following data.

  1. Enter the appropriate item category
  2. Enter the Material No
  3. Enter the RFQ Quantity
  4. Enter the Deliv. Date
  5. Enter the Plant code
  6. Enter the Submission date

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Step 4: – Click on the vendor address button on the toolbar, on Create RFQ: Vendor Address screen

Enter vendor code and press enter and the vendor details will be displayed automatically.

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Step 5: – Choose save button to save the Request for Quotation (RFQ). The vendor Address screen allows to creation same RFQ data for a new vendor.

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Similarly create RFQ for other vendors in the same screen and RFQ Nos will be generated.