How To Fix FMCA_PSOB020 - Contract object &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FMCA_PSOB - Contract Object

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Contract object &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

Table DPSOB_BP_ACC contains contract object data that is dependent on
business partner and the contract account type to which a posting is
made.
No entries were found in table DPSOB_BP_ACC for contract object &V1&.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FMCA_PSOB020 - Contract object &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message FMCA_PSOB020 indicates that a contract object specified in a transaction does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of contract management or financial management modules, where the system is trying to access or process a contract that has not been created or has been deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Contract: The contract number or object you are trying to access does not exist in the database.
  Incorrect Input: There may be a typographical error in the contract number entered in the transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the contract.
  Data Deletion: The contract may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for current transactions.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the contract management settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Contract Number: Double-check the contract number you are entering to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  Check Contract Status: Use transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract) or ME31K (Create Contract) to verify if the contract exists and is active.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the contract. This can be checked with the help of a security administrator.
  Consult with IT Support: If the contract should exist but cannot be found, consult with your IT support team to check if the contract has been deleted or archived.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to contract management to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME33K (Display Contract), ME31K (Create Contract), and ME32K (Change Contract).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to contract management that might address this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to contract management for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the problem to SAP support for further investigation.