How To Fix /ACCGO/CMN005 - Activate switch before contract type creation

/ACCGO/CMN005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/CMN -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Activate switch before contract type creation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/CMN005 - Activate switch before contract type creation ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/CMN005 Activate switch before contract type creation typically occurs in the context of contract management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the Contract Management (ACCGO) module. This error indicates that a necessary configuration switch has not been activated, which is required before you can create a contract type.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the fact that a specific configuration switch related to contract management has not been activated in the system. This switch is essential for enabling certain functionalities or features within the contract management module.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to activate the required switch in the SAP system. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Customizing Transaction:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and enter the transaction code SPRO to access the SAP Reference IMG (Implementation Guide).
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Relevant Configuration:
  
  Follow the path: SAP Customizing Implementation Guide -> Public Sector Management ->