How To Fix /MVA/AMS_MESSAGES001 - Preliminary contract &1 of &2 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MVA/AMS_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Preliminary contract &1 of &2 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MVA/AMS_MESSAGES001 - Preliminary contract &1 of &2 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message /MVA/AMS_MESSAGES001 Preliminary contract &1 of &2 does not exist typically indicates that the system is unable to find a preliminary contract associated with the specified identifiers. This error can occur in various scenarios, particularly in the context of contract management or when dealing with preliminary agreements in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Contract: The preliminary contract referenced by the identifiers (&1 for the contract number and &2 for the related object) does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Input: The identifiers provided may be incorrect or mistyped.
  Data Deletion: The contract may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the current transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the contract.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the contract management module that prevent the system from recognizing the contract.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Contract Existence: Check if the preliminary contract with the specified identifiers exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., ME33K for contracts) and searching for the contract.
  Check Input Values: Ensure that the contract number and related object identifiers are entered correctly. Look for any typographical errors.
  Review Deletion/Archiving: If the contract was deleted or archived, consult with your SAP administrator or the relevant team to see if it can be restored or if there is an archived version available.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the contract. If not, contact your system administrator to request the appropriate authorizations.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to check if there are any configuration issues that need to be addressed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME33K (Display Contract), ME31K (Create Contract), and ME32K (Change Contract) to manage contracts effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to contract management that might address this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to contract management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.