How To Fix SCMI_SEMMAP043 - Contract Types list was not retrieved. Check if SCMI_CNTRCT_VAL is empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SCMI_SEMMAP -

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Contract Types list was not retrieved. Check if SCMI_CNTRCT_VAL is empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SCMI_SEMMAP043 - Contract Types list was not retrieved. Check if SCMI_CNTRCT_VAL is empty ?

  The SAP error message SCMI_SEMMAP043 indicates that the system was unable to retrieve the list of contract types, and it suggests checking if the table SCMI_CNTRCT_VAL is empty. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP Supply Chain Management (SCM) or SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) when there is an issue with contract data.
  Causes:
  
  Empty Table: The most direct cause of this error is that the table SCMI_CNTRCT_VAL is indeed empty. This table is supposed to hold contract type values, and if it has no entries, the system cannot retrieve any contract types.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or issues with the data in the SCM system that prevent the retrieval of contract types.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the contract types or the relevant data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the SCM system that prevent the proper mapping of contract types.
  System Errors: There could be temporary system errors or issues with the database that are affecting data retrieval.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Table SCMI_CNTRCT_VAL:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 or SE16 to check the contents of the table SCMI_CNTRCT_VAL. If it is empty, you will need to populate it with the necessary contract type data.
  
  
  
  Populate the Table:
  
  If the table is empty, you may need to create or upload the necessary contract types. This can typically be done through the relevant configuration or master data transactions in SAP.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary authorizations to access contract types. Check the user roles and profiles in transaction PFCG.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings related to contract types in the SCM system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  System Check:
  
  If the issue persists, check for any system errors or logs that might indicate a deeper issue. You can use transaction SM21 to check the system log for any relevant error messages.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may be available.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a production environment.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), PFCG (Role Maintenance), SM21 (System Log).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to SCMI_SEMMAP043 for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for information on contract management and configuration in SCM.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message SCMI_SEMMAP043.