How To Fix MM_PUR_SES129 - Please maintain a contract item.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_SES -

• Message number: 129

• Message text: Please maintain a contract item.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_SES129 - Please maintain a contract item. ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_SES129, which states "Please maintain a contract item," typically occurs in the context of purchasing and contract management within the SAP system. This error indicates that a contract item is missing or not properly maintained in the system when trying to create or process a purchase order or a related document.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Contract Item: The most common cause is that the purchase order or document you are trying to create references a contract that does not have an associated item.
  Incorrect Contract Reference: The contract referenced in the purchase order may not be valid or may not have been properly set up.
  Contract Item Deletion: The contract item may have been deleted or marked as inactive.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary permissions to view or maintain contract items.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract: Verify that the contract exists and is active. You can do this by navigating to the contract in the SAP system and checking its status.
  Maintain Contract Item: If the contract exists but does not have any items, you will need to create or maintain the contract items. This can be done by:
  
  Going to the contract in the SAP system.
  Adding the necessary items with the required details (material, quantity, price, etc.).
  
  
  Review Purchase Order: Ensure that the purchase order is correctly referencing the contract. Check the contract number and item number in the purchase order.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and maintain contract items. If not, contact your SAP administrator for assistance.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the process, refer to your organization's SAP documentation or user manuals for guidance on maintaining contracts and contract items.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like ME31K (Create Contract), ME32K (Change Contract), and ME33K (Display Contract) to manage contracts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Training: If you are frequently encountering this error, consider additional training on SAP purchasing and contract management processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM_PUR_SES129 error and successfully maintain your contract items in SAP.