How To Fix /PM0/ABS_MESSAGES101 - Previous contract &1 must be settled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABS_MESSAGES -

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Previous contract &1 must be settled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABS_MESSAGES101 - Previous contract &1 must be settled ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABS_MESSAGES101 Previous contract &1 must be settled typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or Project Management (PM) when there is an attempt to settle a contract or project that has a previous contract that has not been settled yet. This error indicates that the system requires the previous contract to be settled before proceeding with the current contract.
  Cause:
  
  Unsettled Previous Contract: The primary cause of this error is that there is a previous contract (identified by &1) that has not been fully settled. In SAP, contracts or projects often have dependencies, and the system enforces these dependencies to ensure that financial data is accurate and complete.
  Incorrect Settlement Process: The settlement process may not have been executed correctly for the previous contract, leading to incomplete or pending transactions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are causing the settlement process to behave unexpectedly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Previous Contract Status: 
  
  Use transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder) or AW01N (Asset Explorer) to check the status of the previous contract. Look for any open items or transactions that need to be settled.
  
  
  
  Perform Settlement:
  
  If the previous contract is indeed unsettled, you will need to perform the settlement for that contract. This can typically be done using transaction code CJ88 (for projects) or ABUMN (for assets).
  Ensure that all necessary postings and transactions related to the previous contract are completed before attempting to settle.
  
  
  
  Review Settlement Rules:
  
  Check the settlement rules for the previous contract to ensure they are correctly defined. This includes verifying the settlement receivers and the percentage of costs to be settled.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Asset Accounting and Project Management for specific instructions on settlement processes.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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 such as CJ88, CJ20N, AW01N, and ABUMN.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address known issues.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform settlement actions in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with the necessary contract settlements in SAP.