How To Fix /MVA/AMP_PM_MSG891 - Only one preliminary contract for vehcile change allowed per contract.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MVA/AMP_PM_MSG -

• Message number: 891

• Message text: Only one preliminary contract for vehcile change allowed per contract.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MVA/AMP_PM_MSG891 - Only one preliminary contract for vehcile change allowed per contract. ?

  The SAP error message /MVA/AMP_PM_MSG891 indicates that there is an issue with the preliminary contract for a vehicle change in the context of SAP's Vehicle Management System (VMS). This error typically arises when there is an attempt to create more than one preliminary contract for a vehicle change under a single contract, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system has detected an existing preliminary contract associated with the vehicle change you are trying to process. SAP VMS restricts the creation of multiple preliminary contracts for the same vehicle change to maintain data integrity and avoid conflicts.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Contracts: Review the existing contracts associated with the vehicle in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP and checking for any preliminary contracts that may already exist.
  
  
  Delete or Modify Existing Preliminary Contract: If you find an existing preliminary contract that is no longer needed, you may delete it or modify it as necessary. Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to make these changes.
  
  
  Create a New Preliminary Contract: After ensuring that there are no existing preliminary contracts for the vehicle change, you can proceed to create a new preliminary contract.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the process or need further clarification, refer to the SAP documentation or user manuals related to the Vehicle Management System.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists or if you believe there is a system error, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or SAP directly for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for managing vehicle contracts, such as MVA_VEHICLE, MVA_CONTRACT, etc.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify contracts in the system.
  System Configuration: Sometimes, system configuration settings may affect how contracts are managed. Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team if you suspect this might be the case.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your vehicle change process in SAP.