How To Fix CACS_STD260 - Contract &1 is (partially) inactive; no termination is possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Contract &1 is (partially) inactive; no termination is possible

What causes this issue?

Either the contract is inactive or it has inactive components. It is
<ZH>not</> possible to effectively terminate the contract under these
circumstances.

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?

Activate the contract before you terminate it. Alternatively you can
delete the contract.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACS_STD260 - Contract &1 is (partially) inactive; no termination is possible ?

  The SAP error message CACS_STD260 indicates that a contract (identified by &1) is either partially inactive or not fully active, which prevents any termination actions from being performed on it. This error typically arises in the context of contract management within SAP, particularly in the SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CACS) module.
  Cause:
  
  Partial Inactivity: The contract may have been partially deactivated or is in a state where certain components or conditions are inactive. This could be due to changes in the contract status, such as a suspension or modification that has not been fully processed.
  Pending Transactions: There may be pending transactions or processes associated with the contract that need to be resolved before termination can occur.
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration settings in the system that prevent the termination of contracts in certain states.
  User Authorizations: The user attempting to terminate the contract may not have the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Status: Review the status of the contract in question. Ensure that it is fully active and that there are no pending transactions or issues that need to be resolved.
  Resolve Pending Transactions: If there are any pending transactions or processes related to the contract, address them first. This may involve completing or canceling those transactions.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to contract management. Ensure that the settings allow for the termination of contracts in the current state.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to terminate contracts. If not, consult with your SAP security team to obtain the necessary permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling contract terminations and understanding the implications of contract statuses.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for contract management, such as CACS_CONTRACT for contract processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant contract information.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.