How To Fix RESCSP002 - Exception &1 is valid longer than contract

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RESCSP - Settlement Participation

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Exception &1 is valid longer than contract

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Change the period end or delete the entry.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RESCSP002 - Exception &1 is valid longer than contract ?

  The SAP error message RESCSP002 indicates that there is an issue with a reservation or contract where the exception (or condition) specified is valid for a longer duration than what is allowed by the contract. This typically occurs in the context of contract management or reservation processing in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Mismatch in Validity Periods: The exception defined in the system has a validity period that exceeds the validity of the contract or reservation.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the contract management settings that do not align with the exceptions defined.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when creating or modifying contracts or reservations can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the RESCSP002 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Validity Periods:
  
  Review the validity periods of both the exception and the contract. Ensure that the exception's validity does not exceed the contract's validity.
  If necessary, adjust the validity period of the exception or the contract to ensure they align.
  
  
  
  Review Exception Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for exceptions in the SAP system. Ensure that the exceptions are set up correctly and that their validity periods are appropriate for the contracts they are associated with.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data entered for the contract and the associated exceptions. Ensure that all dates and conditions are entered correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how exceptions and contracts should be configured and managed.
  
  
  
  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: You may need to use transaction codes like ME31K (Create Contract), ME32K (Change Contract), or ME33K (Display Contract) to review and modify contracts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on handling this error.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in contract management are trained on the correct procedures for entering and managing contracts and exceptions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RESCSP002 error and implement a solution to resolve it.