How To Fix OK080 - Select a contract

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OK - Logical database PS

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Select a contract

How to fix this error?

You must select the contract in the list of documents before you can
call up the information on the maintenance contract.
If there is no contract in the list, there is no maintenance contract
for your initial object.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OK080 - Select a contract ?

  The SAP error message "OK080 Select a contract" typically occurs in the context of contract management or when working with purchasing documents in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires you to select a contract before proceeding with a particular action, such as creating a purchase order or processing a contract-related transaction.
  Cause:
  
  No Contract Selected: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not selected a contract in the relevant transaction screen.
  Contract Not Available: The contract you are trying to access may not be available or may not meet the selection criteria (e.g., it may be inactive or not applicable for the current transaction).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or select the contract.
  Incorrect Transaction: The transaction being executed may not be designed to work with contracts, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Select a Contract: Ensure that you have selected a valid contract in the relevant field. If you are unsure which contract to select, you may need to search for available contracts using the search functionality.
  Check Contract Status: Verify that the contract you are trying to select is active and meets the criteria for the transaction you are performing.
  Review Authorizations: If you suspect authorization issues, check with your SAP security team to ensure you have the necessary permissions to access the contracts.
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction you are using to ensure you are following the correct procedure.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to contract management, such as ME31K (Create Contract), ME32K (Change Contract), and ME33K (Display Contract).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Consider undergoing training or reviewing documentation on contract management in SAP to better understand how to navigate and utilize contracts effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the "OK080 Select a contract" error and proceed with your SAP transactions.