How To Fix 0D457 - Posting to contracts in different subapplications is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 0D - FS-CD General Messages

• Message number: 457

• Message text: Posting to contracts in different subapplications is not allowed

What causes this issue?

You want to post a document to different contracts.
The contracts are contracts with different subapplications. The document
posts a business partner item to an insurance object, for example, and
another business partner item to a provider contract.

System Response

This combination is not allowed within a document.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 0D457 - Posting to contracts in different subapplications is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message 0D457 ("Posting to contracts in different subapplications is not allowed") typically occurs when there is an attempt to post a transaction that involves multiple subapplications (like different contract types or different modules) that are not allowed to be combined in a single posting. This is often seen in the context of contract management, where different types of contracts or different modules (like leasing, sales, etc.) are involved.
  Cause:
  
  Different Subapplications: The error arises when a posting is attempted that involves contracts from different subapplications. For example, if you are trying to post a transaction that involves both a leasing contract and a sales contract, the system will not allow this.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict postings across different contract types or modules.
  Data Entry Errors: Sometimes, the error can be triggered by incorrect data entry, where the system interprets the contracts as belonging to different subapplications.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Types: Review the contracts involved in the posting. Ensure that they belong to the same subapplication. If they do not, you will need to separate the transactions or adjust your posting strategy.
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP configuration team to check if there are any settings that restrict postings across different subapplications. Adjustments may be needed in the configuration to allow for the desired postings.
  Separate Transactions: If the contracts must remain in different subapplications, consider processing them as separate transactions. This may involve creating multiple postings instead of a single combined posting.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling contracts and postings in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing contracts, such as CJ20N for project management or ME21N for purchasing.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the posting has the necessary authorizations to perform transactions across the relevant subapplications.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further investigation.