How To Fix 60662 - Usage type is non-commercial. Choose contract via another menu option

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 60 - Real Estate

• Message number: 662

• Message text: Usage type is non-commercial. Choose contract via another menu option

What causes this issue?

As a rental agreement is assigned to a corresponding rental unit, the
rental agreement category has to match the rental unit usage type
(commercial or non-commercial). The menu however specifies whether a
commercial or non-commercial rental agreement should be processed.
However the rental agreement category does not correspond with the menu
option though.

System Response

You have to make a correct entry.

How to fix this error?

Enter an agreement number with a contract category which corresponds to
the menu option or select the corresponding menu option.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 60662 - Usage type is non-commercial. Choose contract via another menu option ?

  The SAP error message 60662, which states "Usage type is non-commercial. Choose contract via another menu option," typically occurs in the context of contract management or when dealing with service agreements in SAP. This error indicates that the usage type associated with the contract you are trying to access or process is classified as non-commercial, which restricts certain actions or functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Usage Type Classification: The contract you are trying to access is classified under a non-commercial usage type. This classification can be due to various reasons, such as the nature of the contract, the type of services or goods involved, or specific settings in the SAP system.
  Contract Type Restrictions: Certain contract types may have restrictions on how they can be processed or accessed, especially if they are meant for internal use or specific non-commercial purposes.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the SAP system may have been set up to restrict access to non-commercial contracts through certain menu options.
  
  Solution:
  
  Choose Alternative Menu Options: The error message suggests that you should select the contract through a different menu option. Look for alternative paths in the SAP menu that allow you to access non-commercial contracts.
  Check Contract Type: Review the contract type and its associated usage type. If you believe the contract should be classified as commercial, you may need to consult with your SAP administrator or the team responsible for contract management to see if a reclassification is appropriate.
  Review Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access non-commercial contracts. Sometimes, access restrictions can lead to such error messages.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on handling non-commercial contracts and the specific menu options available for them.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your internal SAP support team or SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context on handling non-commercial contracts.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Review user roles and authorizations in your SAP system to ensure that they align with the actions you are trying to perform.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the differences between commercial and non-commercial contracts and the appropriate procedures for handling each type.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and understand the implications of working with non-commercial contracts in SAP.