How To Fix FKKVT_INVALID117 - External GUID of contract item &1 has already been used in contract &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKVT_INVALID - Error category "invalid"

• Message number: 117

• Message text: External GUID of contract item &1 has already been used in contract &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKVT_INVALID117 - External GUID of contract item &1 has already been used in contract &2. ?

  The SAP error message FKKVT_INVALID117 indicates that there is an issue with the external GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) of a contract item. Specifically, it means that the external GUID you are trying to use for a contract item has already been utilized in another contract. This can occur in scenarios where contracts are being created or modified, and the system is enforcing uniqueness for the external GUIDs.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate External GUID: The external GUID you are trying to assign to a contract item is already associated with another contract item in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be conflicts with existing GUIDs.
  Incorrect Manual Entry: Manual entry of GUIDs may lead to unintentional duplication.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Existing Contracts: Verify the existing contracts in the system to see where the external GUID is already in use. You can do this by querying the contract database or using transaction codes like FK03 (Display Contract) to find the contract associated with the GUID.
  
  
  Use a Unique External GUID: If you need to create a new contract item, ensure that the external GUID you are using is unique and not already assigned to another contract.
  
  
  Modify Existing Contracts: If the GUID is being reused unintentionally, consider modifying the existing contract to free up the GUID or change the GUID in the new contract item to a different one.
  
  
  Data Cleanup: If this issue arises from data migration, you may need to perform a cleanup of the data to ensure that all GUIDs are unique and correctly assigned.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on handling external GUIDs in contracts.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FK01 (Create Contract), FK02 (Change Contract), and FK03 (Display Contract) to manage contracts effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to contract management and external GUIDs.
  Custom Development: If your organization has custom developments or enhancements related to contract management, ensure that they are not causing conflicts with the standard SAP behavior.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your contract items are correctly processed in SAP.