How To Fix RECN067 - Contract type &1 is obsolete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECN - Messages - Contract

• Message number: 067

• Message text: Contract type &1 is obsolete

What causes this issue?

Contract type &v1& is defined as obsolete in Customizing.

System Response

Creating a new contract or contract offer with this contract type is not
allowed.

How to fix this error?

Use a different contract type.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECN067 - Contract type &1 is obsolete ?

  The SAP error message RECN067 indicates that the contract type specified in your transaction is obsolete. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Contract Management or Real Estate Management modules, where certain contract types may be deprecated or no longer valid for use.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolescence of Contract Type: The contract type you are trying to use has been marked as obsolete in the system. This could be due to changes in business processes, updates in the software, or a decision to phase out certain contract types.
  Configuration Changes: The contract type may have been intentionally set to obsolete by a system administrator or during a system upgrade.
  Data Entry Error: There might be a mistake in the entry of the contract type, such as a typo or using an incorrect code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Contract Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for contract types in your SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for contract management and check the status of the contract type in question.
  If it is marked as obsolete, you will need to select a different, active contract type.
  
  
  
  Use an Active Contract Type:
  
  Identify a valid and active contract type that meets your business requirements.
  Update your transaction to use this new contract type.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any recent changes in your organization’s contract management policies or SAP system updates that may have led to the obsolescence of the contract type.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you believe the contract type should still be valid or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any related issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RECN (for contract management) or others that may be applicable to your specific SAP module.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message RECN067 for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the current contract types and their statuses to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RECN067 error and continue with your contract management tasks in SAP.