How To Fix 69191 - Define contract type & and work area & via CUSTOMIZING

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 69 - Central Functions of Financial Asset Management

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Define contract type & and work area & via CUSTOMIZING

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 69191 - Define contract type & and work area & via CUSTOMIZING ?

  The SAP error message 69191, which states "Define contract type & and work area & via CUSTOMIZING," typically occurs when there is a missing configuration related to contract types in the SAP system. This error is often encountered in the context of contract management, particularly in modules like SAP MM (Materials Management) or SAP SD (Sales and Distribution).
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the system cannot find the necessary configuration for a specific contract type and work area. This usually means that the contract type you are trying to use has not been defined in the system, or the configuration settings for that contract type are incomplete or missing.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the contract type and work area in the SAP Customizing settings. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access Customizing:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Enter the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG (Implementation Guide).
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Relevant Configuration:
  
  Depending on the module you are working with (e.g., MM or SD), navigate to the appropriate section. For example:
  
  For MM: Materials Management -> Purchasing -> Contract -> Define Contract Types.
  For SD: Sales and Distribution -> Sales -> Sales Documents -> Define Sales Document Types.
  
  
  
  
  
  Define Contract Type:
  
  In the relevant section, look for an option to define contract types.
  Create a new entry for the contract type that is causing the error, ensuring that you fill in all required fields.
  
  
  
  Define Work Area:
  
  If applicable, ensure that the work area related to the contract type is also defined. This may involve specifying the organizational units or other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary entries, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Go back to the transaction where you encountered the error and try to execute it again to see if the issue is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorization to make changes in the Customizing settings.
  Transport Requests: If you are working in a development environment, remember to create a transport request to move your changes to the quality or production environment.
  Documentation: It may be helpful to refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on contract types and their configuration.
  Consulting SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional insights or solutions related to this error.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further assistance.