How To Fix MM_CCM014 - Contract &1 &2 does not exist or is not a central contract

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_CCM - Central Contract Management

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Contract &1 &2 does not exist or is not a central contract

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_CCM014 - Contract &1 &2 does not exist or is not a central contract ?

  The SAP error message MM_CCM014 indicates that the system cannot find the specified contract or that the contract is not recognized as a central contract. This error typically occurs in the context of contract management within the Materials Management (MM) module, particularly when dealing with central contracts in a cross-company code scenario.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Contract: The contract number specified in the transaction does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Contract Type: The contract may exist but is not defined as a central contract. Central contracts are typically used in scenarios where multiple company codes are involved.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the contract.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Incorrect Input: The contract number or other related parameters may have been entered incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Contract Existence:
  
  Check if the contract number (e.g., &1 &2) exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the contract management area in SAP and searching for the contract.
  Use transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract) to verify the contract details.
  
  
  
  Check Contract Type:
  
  Ensure that the contract is indeed a central contract. You can check the contract type in the contract details. If it is not a central contract, you may need to create a new central contract.
  
  
  
  Review User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the contract. This may involve checking roles and permissions assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Correct Input:
  
  Double-check the input values for any typos or incorrect entries. Ensure that the contract number and other parameters are entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after verifying the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME31K (Create Contract), ME32K (Change Contract), and ME33K (Display Contract).
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for more details on contract management and central contracts.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any patches or updates related to contract management that may address this issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the appropriate solution.