How To Fix /IBS/RB713 - Contract data already exists for key date, only changes are possible

/IBS/RB713 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /IBS/RB -

• Message number: 713

• Message text: Contract data already exists for key date, only changes are possible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /IBS/RB713 - Contract data already exists for key date, only changes are possible ?

  The SAP error message /IBS/RB713 Contract data already exists for key date, only changes are possible typically occurs in the context of contract management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with contract data that is already established for a specific key date. This error indicates that the system has detected existing contract data for the specified key date, and therefore, it restricts the user from creating new entries or duplicating existing ones.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Contract Data: The primary cause of this error is that there is already contract data recorded in the system for the specified key date. The system is designed to prevent duplicate entries for the same key date to maintain data integrity.
  Incorrect Key Date: The key date you are trying to use may not be appropriate for creating new contract data, especially if it falls within a period where existing contracts are already active.
  System Configuration: There may be