How To Fix /SAPPCE/DPCM1005 - Change to display mode not possible; check contract data

/SAPPCE/DPCM1005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPPCE/DPCM1 -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Change to display mode not possible; check contract data

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1005 - Change to display mode not possible; check contract data ?

  The SAP error message /SAPPCE/DPCM1005 Change to display mode not possible; check contract data typically occurs in the context of contract management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with contract data in the SAP Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) module.
  
  Cause:
  This error message can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incomplete or Incorrect Contract Data: The contract data may be incomplete or contain errors that prevent the system from switching to display mode.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or change the contract data.
  Status of the Contract: The contract may be in a status that does not allow it to be displayed (e.g., it may be locked or in a state that requires further processing).
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database inconsistencies or system configuration problems.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Contract Data: Review the contract data for completeness