How To Fix EPS270 - No contract found for main selection criterion

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPS - Payment Scheme

• Message number: 270

• Message text: No contract found for main selection criterion

What causes this issue?

The system could not find any contracts and therefore also no payment
schemes that fit the main selection criteria.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPS270 - No contract found for main selection criterion ?

  The SAP error message EPS270 "No contract found for main selection criterion" typically occurs when you are trying to execute a transaction or report that requires a contract to be selected, but the system cannot find any contracts that meet the specified selection criteria.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The criteria you have entered (such as contract number, vendor, or date range) may not match any existing contracts in the system.
  Contract Status: The contracts may be inactive or not released, meaning they cannot be selected for processing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the contracts.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the contract records that prevent them from being found.
  Filters Applied: There may be filters applied in the selection screen that are too restrictive.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review the selection criteria you have entered and ensure they are correct. Try broadening the criteria to see if any contracts can be found.
  Verify Contract Status: Check the status of the contracts in the system. Ensure that they are active and released for use.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the contracts. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Data Integrity Check: Perform a data integrity check on the contract records to ensure there are no inconsistencies or missing information.
  Remove Filters: If there are any filters applied in the selection screen, try removing them to see if that allows any contracts to be found.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract), ME31K (Create Contract), or ME32K (Change Contract).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with (e.g., MM for Materials Management) for more details on contract management.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP experts for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the EPS270 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.