How To Fix CMAC_FEE_CALC055 - Define a contract object type for account key &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMAC_FEE_CALC - Messages for Student Accounting

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Define a contract object type for account key &1

What causes this issue?

The system could not find a contract object type for account key &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Assign the contract object type in Customizing for
<LS>Campus Management</> in the IMG activity
<DS:SIMG.CM_AS_XX_251>Determine Contract Object Type</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMAC_FEE_CALC055 - Define a contract object type for account key &1 ?

  The SAP error message CMAC_FEE_CALC055 indicates that there is a missing configuration related to the contract object type for a specific account key in the context of fee calculation. This error typically arises in the context of contract management or fee processing within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system attempts to perform a fee calculation but cannot find a defined contract object type associated with the specified account key. This usually means that the necessary configuration for the account key has not been set up in the system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define a contract object type for the specified account key. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the configuration area for contract management or fee calculation. This is typically found under the following path:
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Financial Services -> Contract Management -> Define Contract Object Types
  
  
  
  
  Define the Contract Object Type:
  
  In the configuration screen, check if the contract object type for the specified account key exists.
  If it does not exist, create a new entry for the contract object type.
  Ensure that you link the correct account key to the newly defined contract object type.
  
  
  
  Save the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save your configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After saving, perform the operation that previously resulted in the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Account Key: This is a key that identifies a specific account in the SAP system, often used in financial transactions and fee calculations.
  Contract Object Type: This refers to the classification of contracts in the SAP system, which can include various attributes and settings that govern how contracts are processed.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration or SE11 for data dictionary checks to ensure that the necessary tables and structures are in place.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional consultant, as they can provide deeper insights into the specific configuration and data setup in your SAP environment.