How To Fix /ACCGO/CCK_DPQS437 - Contract &1, item &2 have a retired DPQS version

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CCK_DPQS -

• Message number: 437

• Message text: Contract &1, item &2 have a retired DPQS version

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CCK_DPQS437 - Contract &1, item &2 have a retired DPQS version ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CCK_DPQS437 indicates that there is a contract and item that reference a retired version of a Data Processing Quality Standard (DPQS). This typically occurs in the context of contract management and compliance within SAP systems, particularly in industries that require adherence to specific data processing standards.
  Cause:
  
  Retired DPQS Version: The error arises when a contract or item is linked to a DPQS version that has been marked as retired or obsolete. This means that the version is no longer valid for use in current transactions or processes.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the contract still references an outdated DPQS version, which could be due to system updates, changes in compliance standards, or manual data entry errors.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Update Contract/Item: 
  
  Identify the contract and item referenced in the error message.
  Check the current valid DPQS versions in the system.
  Update the contract or item to reference a valid, active DPQS version.
  
  
  
  Review DPQS Versions:
  
  Navigate to the DPQS management area in SAP to review the status of the DPQS versions.
  Ensure that the necessary updates or migrations have been performed to transition contracts to the new DPQS versions.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If there are multiple contracts or items affected, consider running a data cleanup process to identify and update all instances where retired DPQS versions are referenced.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to DPQS management for any specific guidelines or procedures that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the changes, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this specific error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to contract management and DPQS management, such as ME33K (Display Contract) or /ACCGO/DPQS (DPQS Management).
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in contract management are trained on the importance of maintaining up-to-date references to DPQS versions to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By addressing the root cause of the error and ensuring that all contracts reference valid DPQS versions, you can resolve the issue and maintain compliance with data processing standards.