How To Fix V1690 - Master contract field '&3' is not valid for the lower level contract

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: V1 - Verkaufsbelegbearbeitung

• Message number: 690

• Message text: Master contract field '&3' is not valid for the lower level contract

What causes this issue?

According to the referencing procedure the &V3& field in table &V2&
should always be copied from the master contract &V1& to the lower
level contract, if it agreed with the lower level contract before the
master contract was changed.
Because this requirement wasn't met, the system did not copy the field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message V1690 - Master contract field '&3' is not valid for the lower level contract ?

  The SAP error message V1690 indicates that there is an issue with the master contract field in relation to a lower-level contract. This error typically arises in the context of contract management within SAP, particularly when dealing with master contracts and their associated sub-contracts or lower-level contracts.
  Cause:
  The error message "Master contract field '&3' is not valid for the lower level contract" usually occurs due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  
  Field Mismatch: The field specified (represented by '&3') in the master contract is not compatible or does not exist in the lower-level contract. This could be due to differences in configuration or data structure between the master and lower-level contracts.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered in the master contract that do not align with the requirements or structure of the lower-level contract.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system for contract management may not be set up correctly, leading to validation errors when trying to create or manage lower-level contracts.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify certain fields in the contracts, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the V1690 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Field Validity: Review the specific field mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it is valid and correctly configured in both the master and lower-level contracts. You may need to consult the configuration settings in the SAP system.
  
  
  Data Consistency: Verify that the data entered in the master contract is consistent and valid for the lower-level contract. Make any necessary adjustments to ensure compatibility.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If you suspect a configuration issue, review the contract management settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the relevant fields are correctly defined and that there are no discrepancies between the master and lower-level contract configurations.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify the fields in question. If not, work with your SAP security team to adjust the authorizations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related contract management processes.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration and version.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA41 (Create Master Contract), VA42 (Change Master Contract), and VA43 (Display Master Contract) to manage contracts effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to contract management and error V1690, as they may provide additional context or fixes.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in contract management are adequately trained and have access to documentation that outlines the processes and requirements for managing master and lower-level contracts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the V1690 error in your SAP system.