How To Fix REFX_CN137 - Select an active contract

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REFX_CN - Messages for China Localization Function

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Select an active contract

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REFX_CN137 - Select an active contract ?

  The SAP error message REFX_CN137, which states "Select an active contract," typically occurs in the context of SAP Real Estate Management (RE-FX) when a user attempts to perform an action that requires an active contract, but the selected contract is either inactive or not properly defined.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Contract: The contract you are trying to work with is not active. This could be due to the contract being in a status that does not allow transactions (e.g., closed, terminated).
  Incorrect Selection: The user may have selected a contract that does not meet the criteria for the action being performed.
  Contract Status: The contract may have been archived or is in a status that does not allow it to be processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the contract.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Contract Status: Verify the status of the contract you are trying to use. Ensure that it is active and not in a closed or terminated state.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the contract in the SAP system and checking its status.
  
  
  
  Select the Correct Contract: If you have multiple contracts, ensure that you are selecting the correct one that is active and relevant to the transaction you are trying to perform.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and work with the contract. If you suspect authorization issues, contact your SAP security administrator.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to the RE-FX module for more specific guidance on contract management and the requirements for active contracts.
  
  
  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 in SAP RE-FX, such as:
  
  RECN (Contract Management)
  REIS (Real Estate Information System)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to REFX_CN137 for potential bug fixes or additional guidance.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Consider undergoing training or reviewing documentation specific to SAP Real Estate Management to better understand contract management processes.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the REFX_CN137 error and successfully work with active contracts in SAP.