How To Fix CACS_STD147 - Contract type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACS_STD - Higher Level Messages for Standard Contract

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Contract type &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACS_STD147 - Contract type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CACS_STD147, which states "Contract type &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) or SAP Customer Activity Repository (CAR). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a contract type that has been specified in a transaction or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Contract Type: The contract type specified in the transaction does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect reference.
  Missing Configuration: The contract type may not have been configured in the system. This can happen if the necessary setup steps were not completed during the implementation or if the contract type was deleted or not activated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the contract type, leading to the system not recognizing it.
  Transport Issues: If the contract type was recently created or modified in a development environment and not transported to the production environment, it may not be available.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Type: Verify that the contract type specified in the transaction is correct. Look for any typos or incorrect entries.
  Configuration Check: Go to the configuration settings in SAP and check if the contract type exists. You can do this by navigating to:
  
  SPRO ? SAP Customizing Implementation Guide ? Financial Accounting ? Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable ? Basic Functions ? Define Contract Types.
  Ensure that the contract type is defined and active.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the contract type. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles and authorizations.
  Transport Check: If the contract type was recently created or modified, ensure that the changes have been transported to the production environment. You may need to check with your Basis team to confirm this.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or notes related to the specific contract type and its usage within your organization.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OBD2 (for defining contract types) or OBA7 (for managing contract accounts) to navigate to the relevant configuration areas.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal 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.