How To Fix IH082 - Contract item & & contains no configuration data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IH - structuring

• Message number: 082

• Message text: Contract item & & contains no configuration data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IH082 - Contract item & & contains no configuration data ?

  The SAP error message IH082 indicates that a contract item does not contain any configuration data. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Variant Configuration (VC) or when dealing with configurable materials in the SAP system. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration Data: The contract item is expected to have configuration data associated with it, but none exists. This can happen if the item was created without the necessary configuration settings.
  Incorrect Material Master Data: The material master for the item may not be set up correctly to allow for configuration.
  Incomplete Sales Order or Contract Setup: If the sales order or contract was not fully configured or saved properly, it may lead to this error.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the contract and the configuration settings in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration Settings: Ensure that the contract item is correctly configured. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the material master and ensuring that the necessary characteristics and values are defined.
  Review Material Master Data: Verify that the material master data for the item is complete and correctly set up for variant configuration. This includes checking the configuration profile and ensuring that it is assigned to the material.
  Recreate the Contract Item: If the item was created incorrectly, consider deleting it and recreating it with the correct configuration data.
  Check Sales Order/Contract: Review the sales order or contract to ensure that all necessary data has been entered and saved correctly. Make sure that the item is marked as configurable if it is supposed to have configuration data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling configuration data for contract items.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like VA02 (Change Sales Order), VA03 (Display Sales Order), or ME33K (Display Contract) to review and modify the contract or sales order.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in Variant Configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the IH082 error and implement a solution to resolve it.