How To Fix EOUTL009 - Individual contracts for outline contr. &1 did not pass completeness chck

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EOUTL - Messages for Cross-Contract Billing

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Individual contracts for outline contr. &1 did not pass completeness chck

What causes this issue?

In data collection for multiple-contract billing, the system cannot
determine a billing order with the allocation date &v2& for every
individual contract of the outline contract &v1&.

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?

Enter a billing order with the allocation date &v2& for the individual
contract &v3&

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EOUTL009 - Individual contracts for outline contr. &1 did not pass completeness chck ?

  The SAP error message EOUTL009 indicates that individual contracts associated with an outline contract did not pass the completeness check. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's contract management and procurement processes, particularly when dealing with outline agreements (also known as framework agreements) and their related individual contracts.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Missing Required Fields: Certain mandatory fields in the individual contracts may not be filled out. This could include fields like pricing conditions, validity dates, or other essential contract details.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies between the outline contract and the individual contracts, such as differing terms or conditions that do not align.
  
  
  Incomplete Contract Setup: The individual contracts may not have been fully set up or activated, leading to a failure in the completeness check.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There might be issues with the configuration settings in the SAP system that affect how contracts are validated.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EOUTL009 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Individual Contracts: Review the individual contracts linked to the outline contract. Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out correctly and that there are no missing details.
  
  
  Validate Data Consistency: Compare the terms and conditions of the individual contracts with those of the outline contract. Make sure they are consistent and comply with the requirements.
  
  
  Complete Contract Setup: If any individual contracts are incomplete, complete the necessary fields and ensure they are properly activated.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to check if there are any settings that need to be adjusted in the contract management module.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like ME33K for display outline agreements) to analyze the contracts and identify any discrepancies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on contract completeness checks.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to contract management, such as ME31K (Create Outline Agreement), ME32K (Change Outline Agreement), and ME33K (Display Outline Agreement).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to contract management that might address this error.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or modify contracts, as lack of permissions can sometimes lead to incomplete entries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and rectify the issues causing the EOUTL009 error in your SAP system.