How To Fix MMPUR_SPROC042 - Contract &1 does not have any fitting items

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MMPUR_SPROC - Message class for service procurement

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Contract &1 does not have any fitting items

What causes this issue?

A contract can only be used here if it has at least one item fulfilling
the following conditions:
The contract item is of product type Service
Receiving plant:
The receiving plant in the contract item is the same as in the purchase
order item or
The receiving plant in the contract item is empty
The contract item has the same material group as the purchase order item

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MMPUR_SPROC042 - Contract &1 does not have any fitting items ?

  The SAP error message MMPUR_SPROC042 indicates that a contract (identified by &1) does not have any items that can be matched or processed. This typically occurs in the context of procurement processes, particularly when trying to create a purchase order or when attempting to reference a contract that is expected to have associated items.
  Causes:
  
  No Items in Contract: The contract may not have any items defined. This can happen if the contract was created without specifying any items or if the items were deleted.
  Item Categories: The items in the contract may not match the item categories expected in the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Contract Status: The contract might be in a status that does not allow for item processing (e.g., it could be inactive or closed).
  Validity Period: The contract may not be valid for the date on which you are trying to use it. Check the validity dates of the contract.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing you from viewing or accessing the items in the contract.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Contract Items: Go to the contract in question and verify that it has items defined. If not, you may need to add items to the contract.
  Review Item Categories: Ensure that the items in the contract are of the correct category that is compatible with the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Contract Status: Check the status of the contract. If it is inactive or closed, you may need to reactivate it or create a new contract.
  Validity Dates: Verify that the contract is valid for the date you are trying to use it. If it is not valid, you may need to adjust the dates or create a new contract.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and process the contract items. If not, contact your SAP administrator for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract) to view the contract details and check for items.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for procurement processes to understand how contracts and items are managed within the system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in procurement processes.