How To Fix MEOUT016 - Contract &1 item &2 has a different material

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEOUT - New Business Logic for Outline Agreements

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Contract &1 item &2 has a different material

What causes this issue?

The item references a contract. However, the material in the outline
agreement item differs from the one in the contract item.

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 material in the item.
If necessary, reference a different contract.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEOUT016 - Contract &1 item &2 has a different material ?

  The SAP error message MEOUT016 indicates that there is a mismatch between the material specified in a purchase order or contract item and the material that is being referenced in the transaction. This typically occurs in the context of purchasing and procurement processes when trying to create or process a purchase order or contract.
  Cause:
  
  Material Mismatch: The material number in the purchase order or contract does not match the material number in the associated master data (e.g., material master, vendor master).
  Incorrect Item Reference: The item being referenced in the transaction may not be correctly linked to the specified contract or purchase order.
  Changes in Material Master: If the material master data has been changed after the contract was created, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  Contract Type: The contract type may not allow for the specified material to be used.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Material Numbers: Check the material numbers in the purchase order or contract against the material master data to ensure they match.
  Check Contract Details: Review the contract details to ensure that the correct material is specified and that it is valid for the contract.
  Update Material Master: If there have been changes to the material master, ensure that the contract or purchase order is updated accordingly.
  Correct Item Reference: Ensure that the item reference in the transaction is correct and corresponds to the intended material.
  Consult with Procurement Team: If you are unsure about the correct material or contract details, consult with your procurement or purchasing team for clarification.
  Transaction Type: Ensure that the transaction type you are using is appropriate for the contract and material in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME31K (Create Contract), or ME32K (Change Contract) to review and edit the relevant documents.
  Material Master Data: Use transaction code MM03 to display material master data and verify the details.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs or messages in SAP for additional context or related issues that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the MEOUT016 error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.