How To Fix /PM0/ABP_SUB_LAPSE013 - Version of contracts in lapse status is inconsistent; see long text

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_SUB_LAPSE -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Version of contracts in lapse status is inconsistent; see long text

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_SUB_LAPSE013 - Version of contracts in lapse status is inconsistent; see long text ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_SUB_LAPSE013 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the version of contracts that are in a lapse status. This typically occurs in the context of contract management or subscription management within SAP, particularly in the area of billing or contract lifecycle management.
  Cause:
  
  Version Mismatch: The error usually arises when there are multiple versions of a contract, and the system detects that the versions are not aligned or consistent with each other.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity in the database, such as missing or corrupted records related to the contract versions.
  Incomplete Processing: If a contract was not fully processed or if there were interruptions during the processing, it could lead to inconsistencies.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the contract management module may also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Versions: Review the versions of the contracts that are in lapse status. Ensure that all versions are correctly defined and that there are no discrepancies.
  Data Consistency Check: Run a data consistency check in the SAP system to identify any inconsistencies in the contract data. This may involve using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to inspect the relevant database tables.
  Reprocess Contracts: If the contracts were not fully processed, attempt to reprocess them. This may involve reactivating the contracts or correcting any errors that occurred during the initial processing.
  Consult Long Text: The error message typically has a long text associated with it that provides more detailed information about the specific issue. Access this long text for additional context and guidance.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes often provide patches or workarounds for known issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SCC4 (Client Administration) for checking data integrity.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to contract management and billing processes to understand the expected behavior and configurations.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve the inconsistency in contract versions.