How To Fix 68186 - Contract $: Status $ not maintained from prod.type $

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Contract $: Status $ not maintained from prod.type $

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68186 - Contract $: Status $ not maintained from prod.type $ ?

  The SAP error message 68186, which states "Contract $: Status $ not maintained from prod.type $," typically occurs in the context of contract management or procurement processes within SAP. This error indicates that there is an issue with the status of a contract that is linked to a specific product type.
  Cause:
  
  Status Not Defined: The status of the contract is not defined for the specified product type in the system. This could happen if the contract was created without the necessary status settings or if the status was inadvertently changed or deleted.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the contract management settings, particularly related to the product type and its associated statuses.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables that manage contract statuses and product types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Status: Review the contract in question to ensure that it has a valid status assigned. You can do this by navigating to the contract in the SAP system and checking its status field.
  Maintain Status for Product Type: If the status is not maintained for the specified product type, you will need to update the configuration. This can typically be done in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO) under the relevant area for contract management.
  Update Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for the product type and ensure that all necessary statuses are defined. You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to make these changes.
  Data Consistency Check: Run any necessary reports or transactions to check for data consistency in the contract management module. This may involve checking for missing entries or inconsistencies in the relevant tables.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on maintaining contract statuses and product types.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME33K (Display Contract), ME31K (Create Contract), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify contract statuses and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.