How To Fix FKKVT_INVALID139 - Specify the external GUID of the contract item (service type &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKVT_INVALID - Error category "invalid"

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Specify the external GUID of the contract item (service type &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKVT_INVALID139 - Specify the external GUID of the contract item (service type &1) ?

  The SAP error message FKKVT_INVALID139 indicates that there is an issue with the external GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) of a contract item, specifically for a service type. 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 is triggered when:
  
  The external GUID for the specified service type is missing or not provided.
  The external GUID provided does not match any existing contract item in the system.
  There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration related to the contract items.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Input Data:
  
  Ensure that the external GUID is correctly specified in the transaction or program that is generating the error.
  Verify that the service type specified corresponds to a valid contract item.
  
  
  
  Validate Contract Items:
  
  Use transaction codes like FKK_CONTRACT or FKK_CONTRACT_ITEM to check if the contract item exists and is correctly configured.
  Ensure that the contract item is active and has not been archived or deleted.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for contract management in your SAP system to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Ensure that the service types are properly defined and linked to the relevant contract items.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to contract management and external GUIDs for any specific requirements or known issues.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can trace the program execution to identify where the error is occurring and gather more context about the input data.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to contract management, such as FKK_CONTRACT, FKK_CONTRACT_ITEM, and billing-related transactions.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on contract management and external GUIDs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.