How To Fix FKKVT_INVALID051 - Ext. GUID of contract item does not exist (discount &1, valid from &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKVT_INVALID - Error category "invalid"

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Ext. GUID of contract item does not exist (discount &1, valid from &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKVT_INVALID051 - Ext. GUID of contract item does not exist (discount &1, valid from &2) ?

  The SAP error message FKKVT_INVALID051 indicates that there is an issue with the external GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) of a contract item in the context of discount processing. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid contract item associated with the specified discount.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Contract Item: The external GUID referenced in the error message does not correspond to any existing contract item in the system.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as the contract item being deleted or not properly created.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for discounts or contract management may not be set up correctly.
  Timing Issues: The discount may not be valid for the specified date range, leading to the GUID not being recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Contract Item: Check if the contract item associated with the external GUID exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant contract management transaction and searching for the contract item.
  Check Validity Dates: Ensure that the discount is valid for the specified date range. If the discount is not valid for the current date, it may lead to this error.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the contract and discount data to identify any discrepancies. This may involve checking for orphaned records or ensuring that all necessary data is present.
  Recreate Contract Item: If the contract item is missing or has been deleted, you may need to recreate it or restore it from a backup if possible.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to discounts and contract management to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FKK_CONTRACT or FKK_DISCOUNT to manage contracts and discounts.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.