How To Fix EEWA_SUBCONTRACT021 - &1 &2: Sales contract not found.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EEWA_SUBCONTRACT - Message Texts for Subcontractor Processing

• Message number: 021

• Message text: &1 &2: Sales contract not found.

What causes this issue?

There is no sales contract given in the subcontractor processing.

System Response

The sales document will not be created. Processing is canceled with an
error.

How to fix this error?

Enter a sales contract and a sales contract item in the subcontractor
processing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EEWA_SUBCONTRACT021 - &1 &2: Sales contract not found. ?

  The SAP error message EEWA_SUBCONTRACT021 indicates that a sales contract could not be found in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of subcontracting processes, where a sales contract is expected to be linked to a specific transaction or process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sales Contract: The sales contract referenced in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Contract Number: The contract number entered may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in related tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the sales contract.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not set up correctly, leading to the inability to find the sales contract.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Contract Number: Check the sales contract number entered in the transaction for accuracy. Ensure that it matches an existing contract in the system.
  Check Contract Existence: Use transaction codes like VA42 (Change Sales Contract) or VA43 (Display Sales Contract) to verify if the contract exists.
  Review Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the sales contract. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the relevant tables to ensure that there are no missing or inconsistent entries.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review the settings related to sales contracts and subcontracting processes.
  Error Logs: Check the system logs for any additional error messages or information that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME2O (Purchase Orders by Vendor), ME2L (Purchase Orders by Supplier), and VA42/VA43 for sales contracts.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on subcontracting processes and sales contracts for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.