How To Fix ME397 - Contract contains no cross-plant items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ME - Purchasing: General Messages

• Message number: 397

• Message text: Contract contains no cross-plant items

What causes this issue?

You can only define plant conditions for items of
<DS:GLOS. centrally_agreed_contract>centrally agreed contracts</>, i.e.
items for which no plant has been entered.
However, the contract you are processing contains only items with a
plant.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ME397 - Contract contains no cross-plant items ?

  The SAP error message ME397 ("Contract contains no cross-plant items") typically occurs when you are trying to create or process a purchase order (PO) or a contract that is expected to have cross-plant items, but the contract does not contain any items that can be used across multiple plants.
  Cause:
  
  Contract Configuration: The contract may have been created with plant-specific items, meaning that the items listed in the contract are tied to a specific plant and cannot be used for cross-plant transactions.
  Item Category: The item category used in the contract may not support cross-plant functionality.
  Plant Assignment: The items in the contract may not be assigned to the plants you are trying to use them with.
  Contract Type: The type of contract (e.g., framework agreement, quantity contract) may not allow for cross-plant items.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Items: Review the items in the contract to ensure they are set up for cross-plant use. You may need to create or modify the contract to include items that are not plant-specific.
  Change Item Category: If applicable, consider changing the item category to one that supports cross-plant transactions.
  Create Cross-Plant Contract: If you need a contract that allows for cross-plant items, you may need to create a new contract specifically designed for that purpose.
  Review Plant Assignments: Ensure that the items in the contract are correctly assigned to the relevant plants. You may need to adjust the plant assignments in the material master data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP guidelines for specific instructions on how to set up contracts for cross-plant use.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME31K (Create Contract) or ME32K (Change Contract) to manage contracts.
  Material Master Data: Ensure that the material master data is correctly set up for the items in question, including plant-specific data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create or modify contracts and purchase orders.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in procurement processes within SAP.