How To Fix /ACCGO/MCK_MAINT184 - Contracts identified for the changed CBOM for material &1, plant &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ACCGO/MCK_MAINT -

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Contracts identified for the changed CBOM for material &1, plant &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ACCGO/MCK_MAINT184 - Contracts identified for the changed CBOM for material &1, plant &2 ?

  The SAP error message /ACCGO/MCK_MAINT184 typically indicates that there are contracts associated with a changed Configuration Bill of Materials (CBOM) for a specific material and plant. This error usually arises during the maintenance of contracts when there are changes in the underlying data that affect the contracts.
  Cause:
  
  Changes in CBOM: The Configuration Bill of Materials for a material has been modified, which can include changes in components, quantities, or other attributes.
  Active Contracts: There are existing contracts that reference the material whose CBOM has been changed. The system prevents changes to ensure data integrity and consistency.
  Dependencies: The contracts may have dependencies on the specific configuration of the material, and changes to the CBOM could affect pricing, availability, or other contractual obligations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Contracts: Identify the contracts that are affected by the change in the CBOM. You can do this by checking the contract details in the SAP system.
  Analyze Changes: Understand the nature of the changes made to the CBOM. Determine if these changes are necessary and if they can be adjusted without impacting the contracts.
  Update Contracts: If the changes to the CBOM are valid and necessary, you may need to update the affected contracts to reflect the new configuration. This could involve:
  
  Modifying contract terms.
  Adjusting pricing or quantities.
  Creating new contracts if the changes are significant.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific steps on how to handle contract updates in relation to CBOM changes.
  Testing: After making changes, ensure to test the contracts and the associated processes to confirm that everything functions as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME33K (Display Contract), ME31K (Create Contract), and ME32K (Change Contract) to manage contracts effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to make changes to contracts and CBOMs in the SAP system.
  Change Management: Implement a change management process to track changes to CBOMs and their impact on contracts to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  If the issue persists or if you require further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.