How To Fix MM_PUR_CNTRL_CONTR073 - Assignment of LT to cent. purch. cont. &1 failed as it is not approved

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_CNTRL_CONTR - Messages in Central Purchase Contract

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Assignment of LT to cent. purch. cont. &1 failed as it is not approved

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_CNTRL_CONTR073 - Assignment of LT to cent. purch. cont. &1 failed as it is not approved ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_CNTRL_CONTR073 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a release strategy (LT - Release Strategy) to a central purchasing contract (cent. purch. cont.) because the contract has not been approved. This error typically arises in the context of the Materials Management (MM) module when dealing with purchasing contracts.
  Cause:
  
  Contract Not Approved: The primary cause of this error is that the central purchasing contract you are trying to assign a release strategy to has not gone through the necessary approval process. In SAP, contracts often require approval workflows before they can be used for purchasing activities.
  Release Strategy Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the release strategy itself, such as missing criteria or incorrect settings that prevent the assignment from being processed.
  User Authorization: The user attempting to perform the action may not have the necessary authorizations to approve the contract or to assign a release strategy.
  
  Solution:
  
  Approve the Contract: Ensure that the central purchasing contract is approved. This may involve going through the approval workflow in SAP. You can check the status of the contract in the system and follow the necessary steps to get it approved.
  Check Release Strategy Configuration: Review the configuration of the release strategy in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary criteria are met and that the strategy is correctly set up to be assigned to the contract.
  User Authorization: Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to approve contracts and assign release strategies. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the necessary permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing purchasing contracts and release strategies. This can provide additional context and steps specific to your organization's setup.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as ME31K (Create Contract), ME32K (Change Contract), or ME33K (Display Contract) to manage contracts.
  Release Strategy: Familiarize yourself with the release strategy configuration in SPRO (SAP Customizing Implementation Guide) under Materials Management > Purchasing > Purchase Order > Release Procedure for Purchase Orders.
  Workflow Monitoring: Use transaction SWI1 or SWI2_FREQ to monitor workflow items and check the status of approvals.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the MM module for further assistance.