How To Fix 6D740 - Sales figures/contract validity period for unlimited contracts

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6D - Real Estate Messages

• Message number: 740

• Message text: Sales figures/contract validity period for unlimited contracts

What causes this issue?

You wanted a sales specification based on the entire contract validity
period for the sales data. However, this is an unlimited contract.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Make the sales grading and the minimum rent apply to the settlement
period. Another option would be to limit the contract.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6D740 - Sales figures/contract validity period for unlimited contracts ?

  The SAP error message 6D740 typically indicates an issue related to sales figures or the contract validity period for unlimited contracts in the context of SAP's contract management or sales and distribution modules. This error often arises when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the data related to contracts that are set to be unlimited in duration.
  Cause:
  
  Contract Validity Issues: The error may occur if the system is trying to process sales figures for a contract that is marked as unlimited but has some constraints or conditions that are not being met.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the contract data, such as missing or incorrect validity dates, or sales figures that do not align with the contract terms.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for contract management in SAP may not be set up correctly, leading to issues with how unlimited contracts are processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Validity: Review the contract in question to ensure that it is correctly set up as an unlimited contract. Verify that there are no validity dates or conditions that conflict with the unlimited status.
  Review Sales Figures: Ensure that the sales figures being processed are valid and correspond to the terms of the contract. Check for any discrepancies in the data.
  Data Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the contract data to identify any missing or incorrect entries that could be causing the error.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for contract management in SAP. Ensure that the settings for unlimited contracts are correctly defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error message. There may be additional notes or updates from SAP that address this issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VA42 (Change Contract) or VA43 (Display Contract) to review and modify contract details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error message.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts who can provide more tailored assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.