How To Fix 68173 - Contract cannot be displayed for selected item

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 68 - Message for DARWIN Loans (continued)

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Contract cannot be displayed for selected item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68173 - Contract cannot be displayed for selected item ?

  The SAP error message "68173 Contract cannot be displayed for selected item" typically occurs when there is an issue related to the contract associated with a particular item in a purchasing document, such as a purchase order or a requisition. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Contract Not Found: The contract associated with the item may not exist or may have been deleted.
  Contract Status: The contract might be in a status that does not allow it to be displayed (e.g., it could be closed or archived).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the contract.
  Item Not Linked to Contract: The item may not be correctly linked to a contract in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect item numbers or contract numbers.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Contract Existence: Verify that the contract exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the contract management area and searching for the contract number.
  Review Contract Status: Ensure that the contract is active and not in a status that prevents it from being displayed.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user has the necessary permissions to view the contract. This may involve checking user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  Linking Items to Contracts: Ensure that the item in question is correctly linked to the contract. You may need to check the purchase order or requisition details.
  Data Validation: Validate the data entered for the item and contract. Ensure that all relevant fields are correctly filled out and that there are no typos or incorrect entries.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract) or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to check the details of the contract and the associated items.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.