How To Fix IP326 - No contract for the reference object could be selected

IP326 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IP - Messages for preventive maintenance

• Message number: 326

• Message text: No contract for the reference object could be selected

What causes this issue?

The system tries to determine a contract for the reference object of
the <DS:GLOS.3526C331AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>maintenance item</>.
However, no contract exists for this.

System Response

The system cannot determine a contract.

How to fix this error?

Create a contract for the reference object, or select an appropriate
sales document using the help functions for that field.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

IP326 - Details

• The SAP error message IP326 ("No contract for the reference object could be selected") typically occurs in the context of maintenance planning and execution, particularly when dealing with maintenance orders or contracts in the SAP system. This error indicates that the system could not find a valid contract associated with the reference object (such as a piece of equipment or functional location) for the operation you are trying to perform.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Contract: There may not be any maintenance contract created for the reference object (equipment or functional location).
  Incorrect Reference Object: The reference object you are trying to use may not be correctly linked to a maintenance contract.
  Contract Status: The contract may be inactive or not valid for the period in which you are trying to use it.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the master data related to the equipment or functional location.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary