How To Fix REFX_CN071 - Store &1 is already used in contract &2 from &3 to &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REFX_CN - Messages for China Localization Function

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Store &1 is already used in contract &2 from &3 to &4

What causes this issue?

You want to enter a store number, however this store number is already
used in another active contract for the same time period.

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?

You can either remove the store number from the table, or change the
contract start date and end date.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REFX_CN071 - Store &1 is already used in contract &2 from &3 to &4 ?

  The SAP error message REFX_CN071 indicates that a specific store (or location) is already being used in another contract during the specified date range. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Real Estate Management (RE-FX) when trying to assign a store to a new contract that overlaps with an existing contract's date range.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Overlapping Date Ranges: The store you are trying to assign is already linked to another contract that has a date range overlapping with the one you are trying to create or modify.
  Contract Configuration: The store is configured in such a way that it cannot be used in multiple contracts simultaneously for the same time period.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Contracts:
  
  Review the existing contracts that are using the store in question. You can do this by navigating to the contract management area in SAP and checking the details of the contracts that include the store.
  
  
  
  Adjust Date Ranges:
  
  If the existing contract's date range overlaps with the new contract you are trying to create, consider adjusting the date ranges of either the existing contract or the new contract to eliminate the overlap.
  
  
  
  Change Store Assignment:
  
  If the store must be used in the new contract, you may need to reassign it from the existing contract (if possible) or choose a different store that is not currently in use.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or configuration settings related to contract management and store assignments to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as RECN (Contract Management) to view and manage contracts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to REFX and contract management that might provide additional insights or solutions for similar issues.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify contracts and store assignments in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.