How To Fix WB2B173 - Contract can no longer be logically deleted (follow-up transactions)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B - Trading Contract

• Message number: 173

• Message text: Contract can no longer be logically deleted (follow-up transactions)

What causes this issue?

Follow-on transactions exist for the direct follow-on documents of the
trading contract.

System Response

You can no longer close (logically delete) the trading contract.

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 WB2B173 - Contract can no longer be logically deleted (follow-up transactions) ?

  The SAP error message WB2B173 indicates that a contract cannot be logically deleted because there are follow-up transactions associated with it. This typically occurs in the context of contract management within SAP, where certain actions or transactions are dependent on the existence of the contract.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that there are follow-up transactions linked to the contract you are trying to delete. Follow-up transactions can include purchase orders, invoices, or any other documents that reference the contract. SAP prevents the deletion of contracts that are still in use to maintain data integrity and avoid inconsistencies in the system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Follow-Up Transactions: 
  
  Use transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract) or ME32K (Change Contract) to check for any associated follow-up documents.
  You can also use transaction ME2K to list all purchase orders related to a specific contract.
  
  
  
  Review and Process Follow-Up Transactions:
  
  If there are active follow-up transactions, you will need to either complete, close, or delete those transactions before you can delete the contract.
  For example, if there are purchase orders linked to the contract, you may need to delete or close those purchase orders.
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive Follow-Up Transactions:
  
  If the follow-up transactions are no longer needed, you can delete them. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform these actions.
  If the transactions are still needed but you want to remove the contract, consider archiving the contract instead of deleting it.
  
  
  
  Attempt Deletion Again:
  
  Once all follow-up transactions are resolved, try to delete the contract again using the appropriate transaction code.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME33K (Display Contract), ME32K (Change Contract), ME2K (Display Purchase Orders by Contract), and ME2N (Display Purchase Orders).
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary permissions to delete contracts and related transactions.
  Data Integrity: Understand that SAP enforces these rules to maintain data integrity, so always consider the implications of deleting contracts and related documents.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidelines and best practices related to contract management.
  
  If you continue to face issues, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in contract management within SAP.