How To Fix CACS_STDAGR167 - Guarantee agreement &1: &2 is not a guarantee rule

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACS_STDAGR - Standard contract: Messages for standard agreement

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Guarantee agreement &1: &2 is not a guarantee rule

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACS_STDAGR167 - Guarantee agreement &1: &2 is not a guarantee rule ?

  The SAP error message CACS_STDAGR167 indicates that there is an issue with a guarantee agreement in the SAP system. Specifically, the message states that the specified item is not recognized as a valid guarantee rule. This can occur in the context of SAP's Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) or in the context of guarantee agreements in the SAP Customer Activity Repository (CAR).
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Guarantee Rule: The specified guarantee rule does not exist in the system or is not correctly defined.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the guarantee agreement settings or the rules associated with it.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a typo or incorrect data entry when creating or referencing the guarantee agreement.
  Missing Customization: The necessary customization for guarantee agreements may not have been completed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Guarantee Rule: Verify that the guarantee rule referenced in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for guarantee agreements and rules is correctly set up. This may involve checking the customizing settings in the SPRO transaction.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the guarantee agreement or rule reference in the transaction where the error occurred.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to guarantee agreements to ensure that all necessary steps have been followed.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify guarantee agreements and rules.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, CACS for contract accounts, and others that may be relevant to guarantee agreements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to guarantee agreements and the specific error message for potential patches or updates.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.