How To Fix RECPSF049 - Printing is not possible, contract is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECPSF - Correspondence Using Smart Forms

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Printing is not possible, contract is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECPSF049 - Printing is not possible, contract is not active ?

  The SAP error message RECPSF049 indicates that printing is not possible because the contract associated with the document is not active. This error typically occurs in the context of contract management or procurement processes within SAP, particularly when trying to print documents related to contracts that are either expired or not yet activated.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Contract: The most common cause is that the contract referenced in the document is either inactive or has expired.
  Contract Status: The contract may not have been properly activated in the system, or it may have been deactivated due to various reasons (e.g., completion of the contract term, manual deactivation).
  Document Association: The document you are trying to print may be linked to a contract that is not in an active status.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Contract Status:
  
  Navigate to the contract in question using transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract) or ME32K (Change Contract).
  Verify the status of the contract. If it is inactive or expired, you will need to reactivate it or create a new contract.
  
  
  
  Reactivate Contract:
  
  If the contract is inactive but should be active, you may need to reactivate it. This typically involves changing the status of the contract in the system.
  Ensure that all necessary approvals and conditions for reactivation are met.
  
  
  
  Create a New Contract:
  
  If the contract is indeed expired and cannot be reactivated, consider creating a new contract that reflects the current terms and conditions.
  
  
  
  Check Document Links:
  
  Ensure that the document you are trying to print is correctly linked to an active contract. If it is linked to an inactive contract, you may need to update the document to reference the correct active contract.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME33K (Display Contract), ME32K (Change Contract), and ME31K (Create Contract).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify contract statuses.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to contract management and printing errors.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to contract management for additional insights and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.