How To Fix MMPUR_OCI016 - Contract &1 is a replicated S/4HANA contract

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_OCI - Messages for Catalog Interface

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Contract &1 is a replicated S/4HANA contract

What causes this issue?

This contract is a replicated S/4HANA contract.

System Response

Replicated S/4HANA contracts are not uploaded to the catalog, so the
contract was not uploaded to the catalog.

How to fix this error?

Upload S/4HANA contracts only.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_OCI016 - Contract &1 is a replicated S/4HANA contract ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_OCI016 indicates that the contract you are trying to access or manipulate is a replicated S/4HANA contract. This typically occurs in scenarios where contracts are managed in an S/4HANA system and are being accessed through an external system or interface, such as SAP Ariba or another procurement solution.
  Cause:
  The error arises because the contract in question is not directly editable or modifiable in the current context due to its status as a replicated contract. Replicated contracts are usually managed in a central system (like S/4HANA) and are intended to maintain data integrity and consistency across systems. 
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Source System: Ensure that you are accessing the contract from the correct system. If the contract is replicated from S/4HANA, you may need to perform actions in the S/4HANA system instead of the external system.
  
  
  Review Contract Status: Verify the status of the contract in the S/4HANA system. If it is in a state that does not allow modifications (e.g., completed or archived), you may need to change its status or create a new contract.
  
  
  Use the Correct Transaction: If you need to make changes to the contract, use the appropriate transaction in S/4HANA to edit or manage the contract.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to contract management and replication processes to understand the implications of working with replicated contracts.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unsure how to proceed or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Replication Process: Understand how contracts are replicated from S/4HANA to other systems. This may involve specific configurations and settings in both the source and target systems.
  Contract Management in S/4HANA: Familiarize yourself with the contract management functionalities in S/4HANA, including how to create, modify, and manage contracts.
  Integration Scenarios: If you are using an integrated procurement solution, review the integration scenarios and ensure that the systems are properly configured to handle replicated contracts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the MMPUR_OCI016 error and manage your contracts effectively.