How To Fix MECP007 - Funds reservation document can only be used with contract reference

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MECP - Messages Commitment Plan Contracts

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Funds reservation document can only be used with contract reference

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to specify a funds reservation that is assigned to a
commitment plan as the account assignment for a purchasing document.

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?

Either use the contract with the corresponding commitment plan as source
of supply or use a different funds reservation.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MECP007 - Funds reservation document can only be used with contract reference ?

  The SAP error message MECP007 ("Funds reservation document can only be used with contract reference") typically occurs in the context of the Funds Management (FM) module when you are trying to create or process a funds reservation document that is not linked to a contract reference. This error indicates that the system requires a contract reference for the funds reservation to be valid.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Contract Reference: The funds reservation document you are trying to create or process does not have an associated contract reference. In SAP, certain transactions require a contract to ensure that the funds are allocated correctly.
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type you are using may not be compatible with the funds reservation process that requires a contract reference.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Funds Management module that enforce the requirement for a contract reference.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Add Contract Reference: Ensure that you are entering a valid contract reference