How To Fix WB2B171 - Status 'closed' is not defined for contract type &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B - Trading Contract

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Status 'closed' is not defined for contract type &1

What causes this issue?

The status "Closed" is not defined in Customizing for this contract
type.

System Response

The system cannot set the status "Closed".

How to fix this error?

If required, and if you have the necessary authorization, maintain the
status in Customizing
<DS:TRAS.OWB1>Maintain status</>

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B171 - Status 'closed' is not defined for contract type &1 ?

  The SAP error message WB2B171 indicates that there is an issue with the status of a contract type in the SAP system. Specifically, it states that the status 'closed' is not defined for the specified contract type (&1). This error typically arises in the context of contract management or business transactions involving contracts.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Status: The contract type you are working with does not have a 'closed' status defined in the system. This could be due to configuration settings in the contract management module.
  Incorrect Contract Type: The contract type being used may not support the 'closed' status, or it may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Customization Issues: If the system has been customized, it is possible that the status definitions have been altered or not properly maintained.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Contract Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the contract type in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for contract management and check the status definitions for the contract type in question.
  Ensure that the 'closed' status is defined for the contract type you are using.
  
  
  
  Modify Status Definitions:
  
  If the 'closed' status is not defined, you may need to add it to the status definitions for that contract type.
  Consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to make the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Review Customizations:
  
  If your organization has customized the contract management module, review any custom code or settings that may affect the status definitions.
  Ensure that any customizations align with the standard SAP processes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the contract type to ensure that the 'closed' status can be applied without generating errors.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to the configuration for future reference and to assist other users who may encounter similar issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), ME33K (Display Contract), and ME31K (Create Contract) to navigate through contract management settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to contract management and status definitions.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to make changes to contract types and statuses in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.