How To Fix ICL_MI017 - Contract version &1 does not exist (distrib.plan &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ICL_MI - Multiple Insurance

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Contract version &1 does not exist (distrib.plan &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ICL_MI017 - Contract version &1 does not exist (distrib.plan &2) ?

  The SAP error message ICL_MI017 indicates that a specific contract version does not exist for the distribution plan you are trying to access. This error typically arises in the context of the SAP Industry Solution for Insurance (ICL - Insurance Contract Lifecycle).
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Non-existent Contract Version: The specified contract version (&1) does not exist in the system for the given distribution plan (&2).
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the contract version or distribution plan.
  Data Deletion: The contract version may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the current operation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the contract management module or distribution planning.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Verify Contract Version:
  
  Check if the contract version specified in the error message exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the appropriate report to list contract versions.
  
  
  
  Check Distribution Plan:
  
  Ensure that the distribution plan (&2) is correctly set up and that it is linked to the correct contract version.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the input values for any typos or incorrect entries. Ensure that you are using the correct contract version and distribution plan.
  
  
  
  Review Deletion/Archiving:
  
  If the contract version has been deleted or archived, you may need to restore it or create a new version as necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to contract management and distribution planning for any specific guidelines or requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ICL_CONTRACT for contract management or ICL_DISTRIBUTION for distribution planning.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be patches or updates that address known issues.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the contract and distribution plan data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.