How To Fix MM_PUR_REQN016 - Contract Item &1/&2 is no longer a valid source for this PR Item

MM_PUR_REQN016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_REQN - Purchase Requisition

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Contract Item &1/&2 is no longer a valid source for this PR Item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_REQN016 - Contract Item &1/&2 is no longer a valid source for this PR Item ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_REQN016 indicates that a contract item is no longer a valid source for a purchase requisition (PR) item. This typically occurs in the context of procurement processes where a purchase requisition is trying to reference a contract that has either expired, been deleted, or is otherwise not valid for the specified item.
  Causes:
  
  Contract Expiration: The contract associated with the PR item has reached its expiration date.
  Contract Deletion: The contract has been deleted or marked as inactive in the system.
  Item Not Included in Contract: The specific item or service requested in the PR is not included in the contract.
  Changes in Contract Conditions: Changes in the contract terms or conditions may have rendered the item invalid.
  Incorrect Reference: The PR may be referencing the wrong contract or item number.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Contract Validity: Verify the validity of the contract associated with the PR. Ensure that it is active and has not expired.
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