How To Fix W_CB347 - Predecessor Condition Contract &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: W_CB -

• Message number: 347

• Message text: Predecessor Condition Contract &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message W_CB347 - Predecessor Condition Contract &1 does not exist ?

  SAP Error Message:
  
  W_CB347 Predecessor Condition Contract &1 does not exist
  
  Cause:
  This warning message occurs in SAP when the system tries to reference a Predecessor Condition Contract that does not exist in the system. Specifically, in the context of Contract Management (often in SAP PS - Project System or SAP SD - Sales and Distribution), a condition contract is expected to be linked as a predecessor to another contract or condition, but the referenced predecessor contract number (&1) cannot be found in the database.
  Common scenarios causing this error include:
  
  The predecessor contract number was entered incorrectly or does not exist.
  The predecessor contract was deleted or archived.
  Data inconsistency or incomplete master data setup.
  Integration issues where the predecessor contract is expected from another system or module but is missing.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the W_CB347 warning, follow these steps:
  
  
  Verify the Predecessor Contract Number:
  
  Check the contract number referenced in the error message (&1).
  Ensure that the contract number is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Check Contract Master Data:
  
  Use transaction codes like VA43 (Display Contract) or ME33K (Display Contract in Purchasing) depending on your module.
  Confirm that the predecessor contract is active and valid.
  
  
  
  Correct the Predecessor Reference:
  
  If the predecessor contract number is wrong, correct it in the relevant document or condition record.
  If the predecessor contract does not exist, either create it or remove the reference.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks or reports to identify missing or incorrect predecessor contract references.
  Use transaction CN41 or CN43 in Project System to check network and contract relationships.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing and Integration:
  
  Verify if any custom logic or user exits are setting predecessor contracts incorrectly.
  If integration with other systems is involved, ensure data synchronization is working properly.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search SAP Support Portal for notes related to message W_CB347 for any known bugs or patches.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Message Class: CB (likely related to Contract or Condition Management)
  Modules: SAP SD (Sales and Distribution), SAP PS (Project System), SAP MM (Materials Management) depending on context.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  VA43 - Display Contract (SD)
  ME33K - Display Contract (MM)
  CN41 / CN43 - Project System Network and Contract overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for notes related to W_CB347 or predecessor contract issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal documentation on Condition Contracts and Predecessor relationships.
  
  
  Summary:
  The warning W_CB347 indicates a missing predecessor condition contract reference. The solution involves verifying the existence and correctness of the predecessor contract number, correcting or removing invalid references, and ensuring data consistency across the system.
  If you provide more context (module, transaction, scenario), I can help with more specific instructions.