How To Fix RFM_MM_PUR_PC015 - Principal purchase agreement &1 for item &2 is not a contract

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_MM_PUR_PC -

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Principal purchase agreement &1 for item &2 is not a contract

What causes this issue?

You have entered an agreement number which is not a valid contract.

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 must enter or choose a contract that is valid and appropriate to
your current operation.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_MM_PUR_PC015 - Principal purchase agreement &1 for item &2 is not a contract ?

  The SAP error message RFM_MM_PUR_PC015 indicates that there is an issue with a purchase agreement in the system. Specifically, it states that the principal purchase agreement referenced for a particular item is not recognized as a valid contract. This can occur in various scenarios, particularly when dealing with purchasing documents in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The purchase agreement referenced may not be of the correct type (e.g., it should be a contract but is not).
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The purchase agreement might be missing key data or has been incorrectly set up.
  Status of the Agreement: The purchase agreement may be inactive, expired, or not properly released.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that prevent the agreement from being recognized as a valid contract.
  Item Category: The item category used in the purchase order may not be compatible with the type of purchase agreement.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Purchase Agreement: Verify that the purchase agreement referenced in the error message is indeed a valid contract. You can do this by checking the agreement in the SAP system (transaction ME33K for contracts).
  Review the Item Details: Ensure that the item details in the purchase order match the details in the purchase agreement. This includes checking the item category and other relevant fields.
  Check Status: Make sure that the purchase agreement is active and has not expired or been deleted.
  Correct Configuration: If there are configuration issues, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to ensure that the system is set up correctly for handling purchase agreements.
  Create a New Agreement: If the current agreement is not valid, consider creating a new purchase agreement that meets the necessary criteria.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on the specific error message and its implications.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME33K (Display Contract), ME31K (Create Contract), and ME32K (Change Contract).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify purchase agreements.
  Training and Documentation: Consider providing training or documentation for users who frequently work with purchase agreements to minimize errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.