06568 - An outline agreement exists for this material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 568

• Message text: An outline agreement exists for this material

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06568 - An outline agreement exists for this material ?

  The SAP error message 06568, which states "An outline agreement exists for this material," typically occurs when you are trying to create a purchase order or perform a similar action for a material that is already covered by an existing outline agreement (such as a contract or scheduling agreement). This is a common scenario in procurement processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Outline Agreement: The primary cause of this error is that there is already an outline agreement (contract or scheduling agreement) in place for the material you are trying to procure. SAP enforces this rule to ensure that procurement processes adhere to existing agreements and avoid duplicate orders.
  Incorrect Document Type: You may be using the wrong document type that does not allow for the creation of a new purchase order when an outline agreement exists.
  Material Status: The material may have a status that restricts the creation of new purchase orders.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Agreements: 
  
  Use transaction codes like ME33K (for contracts) or ME33L (for scheduling agreements) to check if there is an existing outline agreement for the material in question.
  Review the details of the agreement to determine if it meets your procurement needs.
  
  
  
  Create Purchase Order Against the Agreement:
  
  If an outline agreement exists, create a purchase order referencing that agreement instead of trying to create a new one. You can do this using transaction code ME21N and selecting the appropriate outline agreement.
  
  
  
  Modify or Cancel the Agreement:
  
  If the existing outline agreement is no longer valid or needs to be modified, you may need to work with your procurement team to adjust or cancel the agreement as necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult with Procurement Team: 
  
  If you are unsure about the existing agreements or how to proceed, consult with your procurement or purchasing department for guidance.
  
  
  
  Check Material Master Data: 
  
  Ensure that the material master data is correctly set up and that there are no restrictions preventing the creation of a purchase order.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME21N (Create Purchase Order), ME33K (Display Contract), ME33L (Display Scheduling Agreement), and ME2N (Purchase Orders by PO Number).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on outline agreements and procurement processes.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create purchase orders and access outline agreements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 06568 and proceed with your procurement activities in SAP.