How To Fix /AIF/EXT_CONTACT113 - No external contact with expired lifetime

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /AIF/EXT_CONTACT -

• Message number: 113

• Message text: No external contact with expired lifetime

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /AIF/EXT_CONTACT113 - No external contact with expired lifetime ?

  The SAP error message /AIF/EXT_CONTACT113 No external contact with expired lifetime typically occurs in the context of the Application Interface Framework (AIF) when the system is trying to access an external contact that has expired or is no longer valid. This can happen in scenarios where the system is attempting to process messages or data related to external contacts, such as customers or vendors, and the associated contact information is no longer active.
  Cause:
  
  Expired Contact Information: The external contact (e.g., a customer or vendor) has a defined lifetime that has expired. This could be due to the contact being marked as inactive or deleted in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: There may be issues with data synchronization between systems, leading to discrepancies in the contact information.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the AIF or related modules may lead to the system not recognizing valid contacts.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contact Status: Verify the status of the external contact in the relevant SAP module (e.g., Customer Master, Vendor Master). Ensure that the contact is active and has not been marked for deletion or inactivation.
  Update Contact Information: If the contact is indeed expired, you may need to update or recreate the contact information in the system.
  Review AIF Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the AIF to ensure that they are set up correctly to handle external contacts.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to ensure that all relevant data is synchronized and up to date across systems.
  Error Logs: Review the AIF error logs for additional details that may provide more context about the error and help in troubleshooting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for AIF to understand how external contacts are managed and the implications of their lifetimes.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.