How To Fix /MVA/AMW_CHGVEC_MSG063 - Source contract has "Lapse" status

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /MVA/AMW_CHGVEC_MSG -

• Message number: 063

• Message text: Source contract has "Lapse" status

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /MVA/AMW_CHGVEC_MSG063 - Source contract has "Lapse" status ?

  The SAP error message /MVA/AMW_CHGVEC_MSG063 indicates that the source contract you are trying to work with has a "Lapse" status. This typically means that the contract is no longer active or valid for processing, which can occur for various reasons, such as expiration, cancellation, or other business rules defined in your SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Contract Status: The contract has been marked as "Lapse," meaning it is not in a valid state for the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or workflows in your organization that dictate when a contract can be considered lapsed.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be an error in how the contract was entered or maintained in the system, leading to an incorrect status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Status: Review the status of the source contract in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the contract management module and checking the details of the contract.
  Reinstate Contract: If the contract should not be in a lapsed state, you may need to reinstate it. This could involve changing the status back to active or correcting any issues that led to the lapse.
  Consult with Business Users: If you are unsure why the contract is lapsed, consult with the business users or contract managers to understand the context and whether the lapse is valid.
  Review Business Processes: Ensure that the processes for managing contracts are being followed correctly to prevent contracts from being incorrectly marked as lapsed.
  SAP Support: If you believe this is an error in the system or if you need assistance with the technical aspects, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for contract management, such as ME33K (Display Contract) or ME31K (Create Contract).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to contract management and status handling to understand the implications of different statuses.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to view and modify contract statuses in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and understand the implications of the "Lapse" status on your contract.