How To Fix 6D650 - There is no third-party contract in the specified object hierarchy

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6D - Real Estate Messages

• Message number: 650

• Message text: There is no third-party contract in the specified object hierarchy

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6D650 - There is no third-party contract in the specified object hierarchy ?

  The SAP error message 6D650 ("There is no third-party contract in the specified object hierarchy") typically occurs in the context of third-party procurement processes. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid third-party contract associated with the specified object hierarchy, which is necessary for processing the transaction.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Third-Party Contract: The most common cause is that there is no third-party contract created for the vendor and material combination you are trying to use.
  Incorrect Object Hierarchy: The object hierarchy specified in the transaction may not be correctly set up or may not correspond to the existing contracts.
  Contract Status: The contract may be inactive or not valid for the specified time period.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry, such as incorrect vendor or material numbers.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create or Update Third-Party Contract:
  
  Navigate to the contract management area in SAP and check if a third-party contract exists for the vendor and material combination.
  If it does not exist, create a new third-party contract.
  If it exists but is inactive or not valid, update the contract status or validity dates.
  
  
  
  Check Object Hierarchy:
  
  Ensure that the object hierarchy you are using in your transaction is correct and corresponds to the existing contracts.
  Verify that the hierarchy includes the necessary levels (e.g., vendor, material, purchasing organization).
  
  
  
  Review Contract Validity:
  
  Check the validity period of the contract to ensure it is active for the date of the transaction.
  Make sure that the contract is not blocked or has any restrictions.
  
  
  
  Data Verification:
  
  Double-check the vendor and material numbers entered in the transaction to ensure they are correct.
  Ensure that the purchasing organization is correctly specified.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to third-party procurement and contract management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME31K (Create Contract), ME32K (Change Contract), and ME33K (Display Contract) to manage third-party contracts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify contracts.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in procurement processes.