How To Fix WRF_AT_GENERAL024 - Multiple contracts determined for allocation table/position &2, site &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_AT_GENERAL - General Allocation Table Messages

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Multiple contracts determined for allocation table/position &2, site &2

What causes this issue?

The system has determined multiple valid contracts for the material and
vendor.

System Response

The system cannot make an assignment.

How to fix this error?

If possible, delete the item in the allocation table and create a new
item with a reference to a contract. You can determine the valid
contracts for material &v3&, vendor &v4& using transaction 'Display
Contract' (ME33K ).
Otherwise, assign a contract to the generated order item using a
transaction for changing vendor orders.

Procedure for System Administrators

Using BAdI <DS:SIMG.WRF_POHF_X_POLCTR_E>Functions in Order List
</> you can have the system make a customer-specific assignment.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_AT_GENERAL024 - Multiple contracts determined for allocation table/position &2, site &2 ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WRF_AT_GENERAL024: Multiple contracts determined for allocation table/position &2, site &2
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs during the allocation process in SAP (often in the context of Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) or internal orders) when the system tries to determine a contract for a specific allocation table and position but finds more than one contract assigned or valid for the same allocation criteria (allocation table/position and site).
  In other words, the system expects a unique contract for the allocation but encounters multiple contracts that fit the criteria, causing ambiguity.
  
  Typical Scenarios:
  
  Multiple contracts are assigned to the same allocation table and position for the same site.
  Overlapping validity periods of contracts for the same allocation criteria.
  Incorrect or incomplete master data setup in contract assignment or allocation tables.
  Customizing or configuration issues in the allocation process.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Contract Assignments:
  
  Review the contracts assigned to the allocation table and position for the specified site.
  Use transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract) or relevant allocation table maintenance transactions.
  Identify if multiple contracts overlap or are assigned simultaneously.
  
  
  
  Adjust Contract Validity:
  
  Ensure that contract validity periods do not overlap for the same allocation criteria.
  Adjust start and end dates to avoid multiple active contracts for the same allocation table/position and site.
  
  
  
  Correct Allocation Table Setup:
  
  Verify the allocation table and position configuration.
  Ensure that the allocation logic is designed to select a unique contract.
  
  
  
  Check Customizing Settings:
  
  Review the customizing settings related to contract determination and allocation.
  Ensure that the system is configured to handle contract determination correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  Remove or deactivate redundant or incorrect contract assignments.
  Ensure master data consistency.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for patches or known issues.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  This error is common in Materials Management (MM) or Plant Maintenance (PM) modules where contracts are used for procurement or service allocation.
  It may also appear in Controlling (CO) when allocations are made based on contracts.
  Understanding the allocation logic and contract assignment process in your specific SAP environment is crucial.
  If the problem persists after data correction, debugging or consulting SAP support may be necessary.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  
  
  Aspect
  Details
  
  
  
  
  Error
  Multiple contracts found for allocation table/position & site
  
  
  Cause
  More than one contract assigned/valid for the same allocation criteria
  
  
  Solution
  Review and correct contract assignments, adjust validity periods, clean up master data
  
  
  Related T-codes
  ME33K (Display Contract), allocation table maintenance transactions
  
  
  Modules
  MM, PM, CO (depending on context)
  
  
  
  
  If you provide more context (module, transaction, process), I can give more tailored advice.