How To Fix FKKVT018 - Provider contract/partner agreement &1 is not valid on &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKVT - Provider Contract

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Provider contract/partner agreement &1 is not valid on &2

What causes this issue?

You have entered a validity time at which the provider contract or
partner agreement is not valid. The validity is determined using the
earliest valid-from time of the contract items and the contract end.
Provider contract/partner agreement &V1& is valid from &V3& to &V4&.

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?

Choose a time that lies within the validity period of the provider
contract or partner agreement.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKVT018 - Provider contract/partner agreement &1 is not valid on &2 ?

  The SAP error message FKKVT018 indicates that a provider contract or partner agreement is not valid on a specific date. This error typically arises in the context of contract management or billing processes within the SAP system, particularly in the SAP Convergent Charging (SAP CC) or SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (SAP FI-CA) modules.
  Cause:
  The error message FKKVT018 can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Invalid Date Range: The provider contract or partner agreement is not valid for the date specified in the error message. This could be because the contract has not yet started or has already expired.
  Contract Status: The contract may be in a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., inactive or terminated).
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the contract or agreement that prevents it from being recognized as valid.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the system that affect the validity of contracts or agreements.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error FKKVT018, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Validity:
  
  Verify the validity dates of the provider contract or partner agreement. Ensure that the contract is active and covers the date specified in the error message.
  If the contract is not valid, you may need to create a new contract or extend the existing one.
  
  
  
  Review Contract Status:
  
  Check the status of the contract in the SAP system. If it is inactive or terminated, you may need to reactivate it or create a new contract.
  
  
  
  Correct Data:
  
  Ensure that all required fields in the contract or agreement are filled out correctly. Look for any missing or incorrect information that could affect validity.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration:
  
  If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the settings related to provider contracts and partner agreements.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  Use relevant transaction codes (e.g., FKK_CONTRACT for contracts) to access and review the details of the contract or agreement.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on managing provider contracts and partner agreements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to contract management, such as:
  
  FKK_CONTRACT: Manage provider contracts.
  FKK_PARTNER: Manage partner agreements.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and edit contracts and agreements in the SAP system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.