How To Fix TU511 - Cannot copy; contract &1 to be copied is same as target contract

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: TU - Billing/Scheduling/Budget Billing

• Message number: 511

• Message text: Cannot copy; contract &1 to be copied is same as target contract

What causes this issue?

It is only possible to copy manual history data from one contract to
another when it involves different types of contract. This is not the
case here.

System Response

INCLUDE ISU_VERARB OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE ISU_KORR OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message TU511 - Cannot copy; contract &1 to be copied is same as target contract ?

  The SAP error message TU511 indicates that there is an attempt to copy a contract to itself, which is not allowed. This typically occurs when the source contract and the target contract are the same, leading to a conflict in the copying process.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The user attempts to copy a contract (e.g., a purchasing contract, sales contract, etc.) and mistakenly selects the same contract as both the source and target.
  There may be a misunderstanding in the selection process, or the system may have defaulted to the same contract.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Selection: Ensure that you are selecting a different target contract. Verify that the source contract (the one you want to copy from) and the target contract (the one you want to copy to) are not the same.
  
  
  Create a New Contract: If you intend to create a new contract based on the existing one, make sure to specify a new contract number or identifier for the target contract.
  
  
  Review Copying Process: If you are using a specific transaction or program to copy contracts, review the steps to ensure that you are following the correct procedure.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction you are using to understand the expected behavior and any additional requirements.
  
  
  Check User Permissions: In some cases, user permissions or roles may affect the ability to copy contracts. Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform the copy operation.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transaction codes related to contract management, such as ME31K (Create Purchasing Contract), ME32K (Change Purchasing Contract), or similar transactions for sales contracts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the TU511 error and successfully copy contracts in SAP.