How To Fix EMV172 - Create the move-in as part of a contract change

EMV172 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EMV - Reserved for IS-U: move-in/out

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Create the move-in as part of a contract change

What causes this issue?

Contract &V1& (installation &V2&) was terminated due die a change of
contract.
The new contract for installation &V2& cannot be created via a normal
move-in.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Use the contract change function in initial processing for move-in/out
to process the move-in for installation &V2& as part of the contract
change you have already started.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EMV172 - Create the move-in as part of a contract change ?

  The SAP error message EMV172, which states "Create the move-in as part of a contract change," typically occurs in the context of contract management and customer service in SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities). This error indicates that a move-in action is required as part of a contract change process, but it has not been properly executed.
  
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incomplete Contract Change Process: The system expects a move-in to be created as part of a contract change, but it has not been initiated or completed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that dictate how contract changes and move-ins should be handled.
  Missing Data: Required data for the move-in process may be missing or incorrectly entered, preventing the system from proceeding with the contract change.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EMV172 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Change Process:
  
  Ensure that you are following