How To Fix CRM_CT_CHANGE014 - Contract ended with purchase for Item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CRM_CT_CHANGE - Messages for UBB Change Processes

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Contract ended with purchase for Item &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CRM_CT_CHANGE014 - Contract ended with purchase for Item &1 ?

  The SAP error message CRM_CT_CHANGE014 indicates that a contract has ended with a purchase for a specific item (denoted by &1). This error typically arises in the context of contract management within the SAP Customer Relationship Management (CRM) module, particularly when trying to make changes to a contract that has already been concluded or has reached its end date.
  Cause:
  
  Contract Status: The contract associated with the item has been completed or closed, meaning no further changes can be made to it.
  End Date Reached: The contract may have a defined end date, and any attempts to modify it after this date will trigger this error.
  Purchase Order Linked: The item in question has been linked to a purchase order, which may restrict modifications to the contract.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Status: Verify the status of the contract in the system. If it is marked as completed or closed, you will not be able to make changes. You may need to create a new contract or extend the existing one if applicable.
  Review End Date: Look at the end date of the contract. If the contract has expired, you may need to renew it or create a new contract for the item.
  Adjust Purchase Orders: If the item is linked to a purchase order, check if any changes can be made at the purchase order level instead. You may need to cancel or modify the purchase order if it is still open.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines on contract management to understand the implications of the contract status and how to proceed.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as CRM_ORDER for managing contracts and ME23N for viewing purchase orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to contract management and error messages for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to contracts and related documents in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and understand the underlying issues related to contract management in SAP CRM.