How To Fix AJ552 - Contract &1 (doc. no. &2) does not fit contract &3 (doc. no. &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 552

• Message text: Contract &1 (doc. no. &2) does not fit contract &3 (doc. no. &4)

What causes this issue?

You have tried to undo the adjustment reversal for billing document
&V4& with contract &V3&.
This is not possible, since the new billing document &V2& is allocated
to contract &V1&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ552 - Contract &1 (doc. no. &2) does not fit contract &3 (doc. no. &4) ?

  The SAP error message AJ552 indicates a mismatch between a contract and the associated document. This error typically arises in the context of contract management or procurement processes within SAP, where the system checks the validity and compatibility of contracts against the documents being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Contract Mismatch: The document (e.g., purchase order, service order) you are trying to process does not match the terms or conditions of the specified contract.
  Incorrect Document Reference: The document number or contract number referenced may be incorrect or not properly linked.
  Contract Status: The contract may be in a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., it may be expired, blocked, or not yet active).
  Item Category Issues: The item category in the document may not be compatible with the contract.
  Validity Period: The document may fall outside the validity period of the contract.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Contract and Document: Check the details of the contract (contract number &3) and the document (document number &2) to ensure they are correctly linked and that the document is intended to reference that contract.
  Check Contract Status: Ensure that the contract is active and not blocked or expired. You can do this by reviewing the contract in the SAP system.
  Review Item Categories: Ensure that the item categories in the document match those allowed in the contract.
  Adjust Validity Dates: If the document is outside the validity period of the contract, consider adjusting the dates or creating a new contract that covers the required period.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for contract management in your organization to ensure compliance with internal processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract) or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to review and modify contracts and documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify contracts and documents in the SAP system.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.