How To Fix CACS_STD259 - Contract has inactive aspects: Only change interval &1 to &2 is possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 259

• Message text: Contract has inactive aspects: Only change interval &1 to &2 is possible

What causes this issue?

Some parts of standard contract &V3& (application &V4&) are inactive:
the contract contains changes that have been parked.

System Response

The system permits the contract to have other (inactive) changes
provided they are for the same effective period for which inactive
changes already exist.

How to fix this error?

Use the same change period as that for the parked changes that already
exist.
Alternatively, you can delete the inactive parts. If you do so, you can
then process the contract for any time period.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACS_STD259 - Contract has inactive aspects: Only change interval &1 to &2 is possible ?

  The SAP error message CACS_STD259 indicates that a contract has inactive aspects, which means that certain elements or conditions of the contract are not currently active or valid. This can occur in the context of contract management within SAP, particularly in the SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CACS) module.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when:
  
  Inactive Aspects: The contract has aspects (like conditions, pricing, or terms) that are not active. This could be due to changes in the contract that have not been fully processed or activated.
  Change Restrictions: The system restricts changes to certain intervals or aspects of the contract when there are inactive elements. This is a safeguard to ensure data integrity and consistency.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that dictate how contracts can be modified, especially when aspects are inactive.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Status: Review the status of the contract in question. Ensure that all aspects are active and valid. You can do this by navigating to the contract in the SAP GUI and checking the details.
  
  
  Activate Inactive Aspects: If you identify any inactive aspects, you may need to activate them. This could involve:
  
  Modifying the contract to re-enable the inactive aspects.
  Ensuring that all necessary prerequisites for activation are met.
  
  
  
  Change Interval: The error message suggests that only a specific change interval is allowed. If you need to make changes, ensure that you are only attempting to change the allowed interval (from &1 to &2 as indicated in the error message).
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to contract management and the specific error message for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on system logs or configurations that are not accessible to end-users.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to contract management (e.g., CACS_CONTRACT) to navigate and troubleshoot effectively.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to contracts, as restrictions may also stem from user role configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.