How To Fix /PM0/ABP_EXTPOL_MSG010 - Cannot assign the external claim to related contract

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_EXTPOL_MSG -

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Cannot assign the external claim to related contract

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_EXTPOL_MSG010 - Cannot assign the external claim to related contract ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_EXTPOL_MSG010 indicates that there is an issue with assigning an external claim to a related contract in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the SAP Claims Management module or similar functionalities.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Contract Status: The related contract may not be in a status that allows for the assignment of external claims. For example, if the contract is closed or inactive, the system may prevent the assignment.
  
  
  Claim Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data in the external claim that prevents it from being linked to the contract. This could include invalid claim numbers, incorrect dates, or other required fields that are not filled out properly.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the assignment of external claims to contracts. This could involve settings related to the claim type, contract type, or other related parameters.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to