How To Fix M8_2051 - Enter at least one assignment with a contract reference

M8_2051 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M8_2 - Logistics Invoice Verification

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Enter at least one assignment with a contract reference

What causes this issue?

Message number M8_251

System Response

You want to post directly to a G/L account or material account.

How to fix this error?

Enter at least one assignment for a purchasing document, so that the
system can determine the supplier. To do this, choose the <ZK>Contract
</> tab page and enter the document number. At least one contract item
must be selected for settlement before you can post to G/L accounts and
material accounts.

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

Choose the <ZK>G/L Account</> or <ZK>Material</> tab page and enter the
required data.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M8_2051 - Enter at least one assignment with a contract reference ?

  The SAP error message M8_2051, which states "Enter at least one assignment with a contract reference," typically occurs in the context of materials management or procurement processes within SAP. This error indicates that the system requires at least one assignment that references a contract before proceeding with the transaction you are attempting to execute.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually triggered in the following scenarios:
  
  Missing Contract Reference: You are trying to create or process a document (like a purchase order or a goods receipt) that requires a reference to a contract, but none has been provided.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type you are using may require a contract reference, but the system does not find any associated contract.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce contract references for certain transactions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the M8_2051 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Reference:
  
  Ensure that you have selected or entered