How To Fix WB2B545 - Purchasing side TRM update requires a purchasing-sided trading contract

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WB2B - Trading Contract

• Message number: 545

• Message text: Purchasing side TRM update requires a purchasing-sided trading contract

What causes this issue?

The current setting of the raw exposure update control paramenter is not
consistent with the settings for the sales group or purchasing group in
the trading contract type.

System Response

The system does not update TRM raw exposure.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WB2B545 - Purchasing side TRM update requires a purchasing-sided trading contract ?

  The SAP error message WB2B545 indicates that there is an issue related to the trading contract in the context of a purchasing transaction. Specifically, it suggests that a purchasing-side trading contract is required for the transaction you are trying to process, but it is either missing or not properly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Trading Contract: The purchasing side of the transaction requires a trading contract that has not been created or is not linked to the relevant purchasing document.
  Incorrect Configuration: The trading contract may not be set up correctly in the system, or the necessary data may not be maintained.
  Document Type Issues: The document type being used may not be compatible with the trading contract requirements.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create the required trading contract.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Create or Link Trading Contract:
  
  Ensure that a valid purchasing-side trading contract exists in the system. You can create a new trading contract if one does not exist.
  Check if the trading contract is correctly linked to the purchasing document you are trying to process.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration settings for trading contracts in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary fields and parameters are correctly set up.
  Check the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., SPRO) to ensure that the trading contract functionality is properly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Document Types:
  
  Ensure that the document type you are using for the purchasing transaction is compatible with the trading contract requirements. You may need to adjust the document type settings.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to create or access trading contracts. If not, work with your SAP security team to grant the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on trading contracts and their integration with purchasing processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME31K (Create Contract), ME32K (Change Contract), or ME33K (Display Contract) to manage trading contracts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the above points, you should be able to resolve the WB2B545 error and successfully process your purchasing transaction.