How To Fix 5G042 - Invalid contracting-out number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5G - HR: Messages for Britain

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Invalid contracting-out number

What causes this issue?

The contracting-out number must begin with E (ECON) or S (SCON). The
following seven positions must be numeric, and the last position must
be a letter.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G042 - Invalid contracting-out number ?

  The SAP error message 5G042: Invalid contracting-out number typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with contract management or procurement processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to recognize or validate the contracting-out number that has been entered.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Contracting-Out Number: The number entered may not exist in the system or may have been entered incorrectly (e.g., typographical errors).
  Inactive or Deleted Contract: The contracting-out number may refer to a contract that has been deleted or is no longer active.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the contracting-out number.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the contract management module in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify the Contracting-Out Number: Check the number for any typographical errors and ensure that it is the correct number.
  Check Contract Status: Ensure that the contracting-out number refers to an active contract. You can do this by searching for the contract in the system.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access the contracting-out number. If not, contact your SAP administrator to grant the required access.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the contract management settings are correctly configured.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. If necessary, contact SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME33K (Display Contract) or ME31K (Create Contract) to manage contracts effectively.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to contract management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to correctly enter and manage contracting-out numbers to minimize errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5G042 and continue with your contract management processes in SAP.