How To Fix 5F043 - A certificate (AEM) has already been produced for the contract from 1 to2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5F - HR F: Error Messages (France)

• Message number: 043

• Message text: A certificate (AEM) has already been produced for the contract from 1 to2

What causes this issue?

An initial statement (AEM) has already been produced for the work
contract for the period from &V1& to &V2&.

System Response

The system displays an error message and interrupts the processing.

How to fix this error?

To issue a new statement (AEM) for a given period, delete the initial
statement number stored in the infotype <ZH>Contract elements</></>
(P0016-CTNUM). The system automatically attributes a new statement
number during the issuing of the new statement.
Note:
Do not forget to reissue any additional or corrected statements that
correspond to this work contract given that the initial statement number
appears in it.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F043 - A certificate (AEM) has already been produced for the contract from 1 to2 ?

  The SAP error message 5F043 indicates that a certificate (specifically an AEM - Asset Management) has already been produced for the specified contract. This error typically arises in the context of contract management and asset management processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when there is an attempt to generate or produce a certificate for a contract that has already had a certificate issued. This can happen due to:
  
  Duplicate Processing: The system is trying to process a certificate for a contract that has already been completed.
  Incorrect Contract Reference: The contract reference being used may not be correct, leading to confusion in the system.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the contract management or asset management modules.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Certificates: Verify if a certificate has indeed been produced for the contract in question. You can do this by checking the relevant transaction codes (e.g., using transaction S_ALR_87012086 or similar reports) to see the list of certificates associated with the contract.
  
  
  Review Contract Details: Ensure that the contract number and details you are using are correct. If there are multiple versions or amendments to the contract, make sure you are referencing the correct one.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the documentation or guidelines related to the contract and certificate generation process to ensure compliance with the required steps.
  
  
  System Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the settings for contract and certificate management are correctly set up.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that might provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or version.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for contract management and certificate generation, such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), CJ20N (Project Builder), or S_ALR_87012086 (Reports).
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation related to contract management and AEM processes for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.