06655 - No contract items of category & allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 06 -

• Message number: 655

• Message text: No contract items of category & allowed

What causes this issue?

The contract item specifies the item category "material group". You
cannot enter any conditions for this item category.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 06655 - No contract items of category & allowed ?

  The SAP error message "06655 No contract items of category & allowed" typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a purchase order or a contract in SAP, and the system cannot find any contract items that match the specified category. This error is often related to the procurement process and contract management within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Contract Category Mismatch: The contract you are trying to reference does not have any items that match the category you are using in your transaction.
  Inactive or Expired Contracts: The contract may be inactive or expired, which means it cannot be used for new transactions.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the contract items.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the correct retrieval of contract items.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Items: Verify that the contract you are trying to use has items that match the required category. You can do this by navigating to the contract in the SAP system and checking its details.
  Review Contract Status: Ensure that the contract is active and not expired. If it is expired, you may need to renew it or create a new contract.
  User Authorizations: Check if the user has the necessary authorizations to access the contract items. If not, you may need to adjust the user's roles or permissions.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review the settings related to contract categories and procurement processes.
  Use Alternative Contracts: If no suitable contract items are available, consider using alternative contracts or creating a new contract that meets the requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract) or ME31K (Create Contract) to manage contracts.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on contract management and procurement processes.
  
  If the problem continues after trying these solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in procurement and contract management.