How To Fix EDER500 - Contract &2 is deregulated. Transfer postings are not possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EDER - IS-U Deregulation

• Message number: 500

• Message text: Contract &2 is deregulated. Transfer postings are not possible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EDER500 - Contract &2 is deregulated. Transfer postings are not possible. ?

  The SAP error message EDER500 indicates that a specific contract (identified by &2) is deregulated, which means that it is no longer active or valid for certain operations, such as transfer postings. This error typically arises in the context of contract management or materials management within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Deregulated Contract: The contract has been marked as deregulated, which means it cannot be used for further transactions. This could happen due to various reasons, such as the contract being expired, manually deregistered, or due to changes in business processes.
  Incorrect Status: The status of the contract may not allow for transfer postings. This could be due to the contract being in a state that does not permit further modifications or postings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that dictate how contracts are managed and what statuses are permissible for transactions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Status: Verify the status of the contract in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the contract management module and checking the details of the contract. If it is indeed deregulated, you may need to reactivate or create a new contract.
  Reactivation: If the contract needs to be reactivated, consult with your SAP administrator or the relevant business unit to determine if this is possible and what steps are required.
  Create a New Contract: If reactivation is not possible, you may need to create a new contract to perform the necessary transfer postings.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines within your organization regarding contract management to ensure compliance with internal processes.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about the steps to take, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME33K (Display Contract) or ME31K (Create Contract) to manage contracts effectively.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify contracts in the SAP system.
  Training and Resources: Consider additional training or resources on contract management within SAP to better understand how to handle such issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the EDER500 error and proceed with your required transactions.