How To Fix RESCSU120 - &1: Time period cannot be changed to &2 - contract assignment &3 (&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RESCSU - Error Texts for Settlement Unit

• Message number: 120

• Message text: &1: Time period cannot be changed to &2 - contract assignment &3 (&4)

What causes this issue?

You want to reduce the time period of <ZH>&V1&</> (<ZH>&V2&</>).
However, the object is assigned to real estate contract <ZH>&V3&</> in
period <ZH>&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?

Before you change the term of the object, correct the assignment of the
object in the contract.

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 RESCSU120 - &1: Time period cannot be changed to &2 - contract assignment &3 (&4) ?

  The SAP error message RESCSU120 typically occurs in the context of contract management or resource planning within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an issue with changing the time period of a contract assignment. Here’s a breakdown of the components of the error message and potential solutions:
  Cause of the Error
  
  
  Contract Assignment Restrictions: The time period you are trying to change may be restricted due to existing assignments or dependencies in the system. For example, if there are already scheduled activities or commitments linked to the contract, changing the time period may not be allowed.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the contract or its assignments, which prevent the system from processing the change.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to make changes to the contract or its assignments.
  
  
  System Configuration: Certain configurations in the SAP system may restrict changes to contract assignments based on business rules or settings.
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Existing Assignments: Review the current assignments and commitments related to the contract. Ensure that there are no overlapping or conflicting assignments that would prevent the change.
  
  
  Data Validation: Validate the data associated with the contract and its assignments. Look for any inconsistencies or errors that may need to be corrected before making changes.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user attempting to make the change has the appropriate authorizations. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the necessary permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to contract management to understand any specific rules or configurations that may apply to your situation.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the full error message and context to help them diagnose the issue.
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Use relevant transaction codes (like ME32K for changing contracts) to navigate to the contract and check for any specific settings or flags that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to contract management, such as ME31K (Create Contract), ME32K (Change Contract), and ME33K (Display Contract).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be patches or updates that address known issues.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the proper procedures for managing contracts and understand the implications of changing time periods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RESCSU120 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.