How To Fix /MVA/AMS_MESSAGES002 - Deviating B/M owner in preliminary contract &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MVA/AMS_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Deviating B/M owner in preliminary contract &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MVA/AMS_MESSAGES002 - Deviating B/M owner in preliminary contract &1 ?

  The SAP error message /MVA/AMS_MESSAGES002 Deviating B/M owner in preliminary contract &1 typically indicates a discrepancy between the business partner (B/M owner) assigned in a preliminary contract and the one expected or defined in the system. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when there are changes in the business partner data or when the contract is being processed in a way that does not align with the existing configurations.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Business Partner Data: The business partner assigned to the preliminary contract does not match the expected business partner in the system.
  Changes in Business Partner: If the business partner details were changed after the preliminary contract was created, it could lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the business partner data.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the master data related to the business partner.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Business Partner Assignment: Check the business partner assigned to the preliminary contract and ensure it matches the expected business partner in the system.
  Update Business Partner Data: If there have been changes to the business partner, update the preliminary contract to reflect the correct business partner.
  Check Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings related to business partners and contracts to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies in the business partner master data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to this error message for specific guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) to view and edit business partner details, or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to check contract details.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with the error message details and any relevant transaction logs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message /MVA/AMS_MESSAGES002 Deviating B/M owner in preliminary contract &1.