How To Fix CACS_STDCTR057 - Standard contract &1 (appl. &2) is still in use

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CACS_STDCTR - Standard contract: Messages for standard contract

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Standard contract &1 (appl. &2) is still in use

What causes this issue?

The standard contract is not used in the system.
The deletion or termination of the standard contract is therefore <ZH>
not</> allowed. It is not possible to delete or terminate a standard
contract if it is still in use.
Before terminating a contract, you should also check that the standard
contract is not used by any commission contracts after its termination
date.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CACS_STDCTR057 - Standard contract &1 (appl. &2) is still in use ?

  The SAP error message CACS_STDCTR057 indicates that a standard contract (identified by &1) is still in use within the application (identified by &2). This typically occurs when you attempt to delete or change a standard contract that is currently being referenced or utilized in other transactions or processes.
  Cause:
  
  Active References: The standard contract is linked to active transactions, such as sales orders, billing documents, or other contracts.
  Incomplete Processing: There may be ongoing processes that are using the contract, preventing it from being modified or deleted.
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration settings that prevent the deletion of contracts that are still in use.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Active References:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the database tables related to contracts (e.g., CACS_STDCTR or CACS_CONTRACT) to find any active references to the contract.
  Check for any related documents or transactions that are still open or in process.
  
  
  
  Complete or Cancel Transactions:
  
  If there are open transactions referencing the contract, complete or cancel them as necessary.
  Ensure that all related documents (like sales orders or billing documents) are either completed or deleted.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for any locks on the contract that might be preventing changes. If there are locks, you may need to resolve them.
  
  
  
  Consult with Business Process Owners:
  
  If the contract is still needed for ongoing business processes, consult with relevant stakeholders to determine the best course of action.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction CACS_CONTRACT:
  
  If applicable, navigate to the contract management transaction to review the status of the contract and see if there are options to release or finalize it.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that there are no restrictions on modifying or deleting contracts.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CACS_CONTRACT, VA02 (Change Sales Order), and VF02 (Change Billing Document) to manage contracts and related documents.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to contract management for additional insights and best practices.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP support for further assistance.