How To Fix 6D838 - Contract selection = '&' selects all general contracts (validity period!)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6D - Real Estate Messages

• Message number: 838

• Message text: Contract selection = '&' selects all general contracts (validity period!)

What causes this issue?

You haven't entered any limitations for agreements, and have set the
"Selection contracts" parameter to '2' or ' '. This will cause all the
RE general contracts to be read, which can lead to runtime problems.

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?

Change the "Selection contracts" parameter or limit the selection of
rental agreements. You can also make a selection by sets.
You can ignore this warning if you want to select from all contracts.
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6D838 - Contract selection = '&' selects all general contracts (validity period!) ?

  The SAP error message 6D838 indicates that the contract selection criteria you have specified are too broad, resulting in the selection of all general contracts. This typically occurs when the system cannot determine a specific contract due to the parameters provided, particularly in relation to the validity period of the contracts.
  Cause:
  
  Broad Selection Criteria: The selection criteria you have entered may not be specific enough, leading to the selection of all contracts that match the general conditions.
  Invalid or Missing Validity Period: If the validity period for the contract is not specified or is set incorrectly, the system may default to selecting all contracts.
  Contract Status: The status of the contracts (e.g., active, inactive) may not be considered, leading to unintended selections.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Refine Selection Criteria: Narrow down your selection criteria to be more specific. This may include specifying:
  
  A specific contract number or range of numbers.
  A specific validity period (start and end dates).
  Additional filters such as contract type, status, or other relevant attributes.
  
  
  
  Check Validity Period: Ensure that the validity period is correctly defined. If you are looking for contracts that are currently valid, make sure the dates you enter reflect that.
  
  
  Review Contract Status: If applicable, check the status of the contracts you are trying to select. Ensure that you are only selecting contracts that are relevant to your needs.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the selection criteria, refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly set up contract selection.
  
  
  Test with Different Parameters: If you continue to encounter issues, try testing with different parameters to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is with specific criteria.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be using specific transaction codes related to contract management (e.g., ME31K for creating contracts, ME32K for changing contracts).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to contract selection errors.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or select the contracts in question.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in contract management within SAP.