MEDCM022 - Contract & version 0 still being processed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEDCM - DCM Message Class "Version in Purchasing"

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Contract & version 0 still being processed

What causes this issue?

A release order cannot be generated against contract no. &V1& because
version 0 of this contract has not yet been completed.

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?

Check the contract number entered.
If necessary, complete version 0 of contract &V1&.
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If the contract is subject to a release procedure, it may have to be
released (cleared for issue) before you can generate a contract release
order.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEDCM022 - Contract & version 0 still being processed ?

  The SAP error message MEDCM022 indicates that a contract and its version are still being processed, which typically means that there is an ongoing transaction or operation related to that contract that has not yet been completed. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when a contract is being created, modified, or deleted.
  Causes:
  
  Ongoing Processing: The contract is currently being processed by another user or transaction, which locks the contract for further changes.
  Background Jobs: A background job related to the contract might still be running, preventing any modifications.
  Database Lock: There may be a database lock on the contract due to a previous transaction that did not complete successfully.
  User Session: The user may have multiple sessions open, and one of them is still processing the contract.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Wait and Retry: If the contract is being processed by another user or job, wait for the operation to complete and then try again.
  Check Background Jobs: Use transaction codes like SM37 to check for any background jobs that might be processing the contract. If you find any, you may need to wait for them to finish or cancel them if they are stuck.
  Release Locks: If you suspect a lock is causing the issue, you can use transaction SM12 to check for and release any locks on the contract. Be cautious when doing this, as releasing locks can affect other users.
  Log Off and Log Back In: Sometimes, simply logging off and back into the SAP system can clear session-related issues.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to contact your SAP support team for further investigation, especially if it involves database locks or system errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes like SM12 (to check locks), SM37 (to monitor background jobs), and SE11 (to check table definitions).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message MEDCM022.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for contract management to understand the processes and potential issues related to contract processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.