How To Fix CMS_RE031 - Rent level does not exist; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_RE - Message class for CMS Real Estate Add On

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Rent level does not exist; see long text

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Select an existing rent type using input help on the field or define new
values in the Implementation Guide (IMG) activity Define Rent Types.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_RE031 - Rent level does not exist; see long text ?

  The SAP error message CMS_RE031 indicates that a rent level does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of real estate management or contract management within SAP, particularly when dealing with rental agreements or lease contracts.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors:
  
  Missing Rent Level: The specified rent level has not been defined in the system. This could happen if the rent level was never created or if it was deleted.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the rental agreements may not be set up correctly, leading to references to non-existent rent levels.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the transaction where the rent level is being referenced.
  Master Data Issues: The master data related to the property or contract may not be complete or may have inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CMS_RE031 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Rent Levels:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration or master data area in SAP where rent levels are defined.
  Verify if the rent level you are trying to use exists. If it does not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Update Rent Level:
  
  If the rent level is missing, create a new rent level with the necessary details (e.g., amount, currency, validity period).
  If the rent level exists but is not correctly configured, update it with the correct information.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the real estate or contract management module to ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  Ensure that the rent levels are correctly assigned to the relevant properties or contracts.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification:
  
  Review the transaction or document where the error occurred to ensure that the rent level is correctly referenced.
  Look for any typos or incorrect codes that may have been entered.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on managing rent levels and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing real estate and rental agreements, such as RECN (Contract Management) or REIS (Real Estate Information System).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the CMS_RE031 error.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in managing rental agreements are trained on the correct procedures and have access to up-to-date documentation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.