How To Fix IBRO212 - Contract &1 is not a broker contract - use ins. obj. category '20'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IBRO - Broker Collections Message Class

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Contract &1 is not a broker contract - use ins. obj. category '20'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IBRO212 - Contract &1 is not a broker contract - use ins. obj. category '20' ?

  The SAP error message IBRO212 indicates that the contract you are trying to process is not recognized as a broker contract. This error typically arises in the context of insurance contract management within SAP, particularly when dealing with insurance objects.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The contract you are trying to work with is not set up as a broker contract in the system.
  The system expects a specific insurance object category (in this case, '20' for broker contracts), but the contract does not meet this requirement.
  There may be a configuration issue or a data entry error in the contract setup.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Type: Verify that the contract you are trying to process is indeed a broker contract. You can do this by checking the contract details in the SAP system.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the contract is configured correctly in the system. This includes checking the insurance object category assigned to the contract. If it should be a broker contract, it should have the category '20'.
  
  
  Change Insurance Object Category: If the contract is not set up correctly, you may need to change the insurance object category to '20'. This can typically be done in the contract management module of SAP.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to insurance contract management for more detailed guidance on setting up broker contracts.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in insurance modules.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing insurance contracts, such as IB01 (Create Insurance Contract), IB02 (Change Insurance Contract), and IB03 (Display Insurance Contract).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address this issue.
  Training and Documentation: Consider training sessions or documentation on insurance contract management in SAP to better understand the setup and configuration of broker contracts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.