How To Fix 68517 - Contract & no longer has a valid account assignment reference

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 517

• Message text: Contract & no longer has a valid account assignment reference

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 68517 - Contract & no longer has a valid account assignment reference ?

  The SAP error message "68517 Contract & no longer has a valid account assignment reference" typically occurs when there is an issue with the account assignment related to a contract in the SAP system. This error indicates that the contract you are trying to process is no longer linked to a valid account assignment, which can happen for several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Account Assignment Changes: The account assignment for the contract may have been changed or deleted, making it invalid.
  Contract Deactivation: The contract may have been deactivated or archived, which can lead to the loss of valid account assignments.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data related to the account assignment, such as missing or incorrect information.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration of the SAP system or the relevant modules (like MM, SD, or FI) can lead to this error.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data due to previous transactions or updates that were not properly executed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Contract Status: Verify the status of the contract in the system. Ensure that it is active and has not been archived or deactivated.
  Review Account Assignment: Check the account assignment details for the contract. Ensure that the account assignment is valid and correctly configured.
  Update Master Data: If there are issues with the master data, update it to ensure that all necessary information is correct and complete.
  Recreate Account Assignment: If the account assignment has been deleted or is invalid, you may need to recreate it or assign a new valid account assignment to the contract.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with SAP support or your internal SAP team to investigate further and resolve any underlying issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract) or ME32K (Change Contract) to review and modify contract details.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify contracts and account assignments.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on contract management and account assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.