How To Fix EUI046 - Outline contract indicators from installation and PoD do not correspond

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EUI - Messages for Point of Delivery

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Outline contract indicators from installation and PoD do not correspond

What causes this issue?

The outline agreement indicator of the installation differs from that
of the point of delivery.

System Response

You cannot allocate the installation to the point of delivery.

How to fix this error?

The allocation can only be made if the outline agreement indicator is
set or not set for both the installation and the point of delivery.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EUI046 - Outline contract indicators from installation and PoD do not correspond ?

  The SAP error message EUI046 indicates a mismatch between the outline contract indicators from the installation and the Point of Delivery (PoD). This error typically arises in the context of SAP IS-U (Industry Solution for Utilities) when dealing with contracts and installations.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the indicators set in the outline contract do not match the indicators defined for the installation or the Point of Delivery. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The outline contract may have been configured with different indicators than those set for the installation or PoD.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation or modification of the outline contract or installation.
  Changes in Business Rules: Changes in business processes or rules that have not been reflected in the system configuration.
  System Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, inconsistencies may have been introduced.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the EUI046 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for both the outline contract and the installation/PoD. Ensure that the indicators are consistent across both entities.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Verify Data:
  
  Check the details of the outline contract and the installation/PoD. Look for discrepancies in the indicators.
  Use transaction codes such as EEDM (for contract management) and EEDC (for installation data) to view the relevant details.
  
  
  
  Correct Data:
  
  If discrepancies are found, correct the indicators in either the outline contract or the installation/PoD to ensure they match.
  Make sure to follow the proper procedures for making changes to contracts and installations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines that may provide insights into the expected configurations and indicators.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Seek Help:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific fixes or updates related to the EUI046 error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for contract management and installation data.
  User Documentation: Review user manuals or training materials related to contract management in SAP IS-U for best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the EUI046 error in your SAP system.