How To Fix RECNMS017 - Measurement type &1: contract measurement too large for &2, period &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECNMS - Messages for Differing Measurements

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Measurement type &1: contract measurement too large for &2, period &4

What causes this issue?

Contract measurement &V1& of object &V2& is greater than the object
measurement (&V3&) in period &V4&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Correct the contract measurement.

Procedure for System Administrators

INCLUDE RECA_CUSTOMIZED_MESSAGE_INFO OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECNMS017 - Measurement type &1: contract measurement too large for &2, period &4 ?

  The SAP error message RECNMS017 indicates that there is an issue with the measurement type in a contract, specifically that the measurement value exceeds the allowed limit for a specified period. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Real Estate Management (RE) or Contract Management modules.
  Cause:
  The error message RECNMS017 is triggered when:
  
  The measurement value for a specific measurement type (indicated by &1) exceeds the maximum allowable limit for the specified contract (indicated by &2) during the defined period (indicated by &4).
  This can happen due to incorrect data entry, system configuration issues, or if the measurement type has been set up with limits that are too low for the expected values.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Measurement Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the measurement type in question. Ensure that the limits set for this measurement type are appropriate for the expected values.
  
  
  
  Review Contract Data:
  
  Verify the contract data associated with the measurement type. Check if the measurement values entered are correct and within the expected range.
  
  
  
  Adjust Measurement Values:
  
  If the measurement value is indeed too high, consider adjusting it to fit within the allowed limits. This may involve correcting data entry errors or re-evaluating the measurement basis.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to measurement types and contract management to understand the specific limits and configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Measurement Types: In SAP, measurement types are used to define how certain metrics (like area, volume, etc.) are calculated and recorded. Each measurement type can have specific limits and configurations.
  Contract Management: This module allows organizations to manage contracts effectively, including tracking measurements and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RECNMS017 error and implement a suitable solution.