How To Fix MM_PUR_CNTRL_CONTR010 - Cannot create central purchase contract

MM_PUR_CNTRL_CONTR010 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_CNTRL_CONTR - Messages in Central Purchase Contract

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Cannot create central purchase contract

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

To create central purchase contracts, please activate central contract
management scenario.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

MM_PUR_CNTRL_CONTR010 - Details

• The SAP error message MM_PUR_CNTRL_CONTR010 indicates that the system cannot create a central purchase contract. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Common Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: Required fields may be missing or incorrectly filled out in the contract creation screen.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create a central purchase contract.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the creation of central purchase contracts.
  Vendor Issues: The vendor may not be set up correctly or may not be allowed for central contracts.
  Document Type Issues: The document type for the purchase contract may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Central Contract Settings: The settings for central contracts in the system may not be properly defined.
  
  Potential Solutions:
  
  Check Required Fields: Ensure that all mandatory