How To Fix WRF_PRC_CON026 - Delivery date &1 of document &2 is not in contract validity period of &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WRF_PRC_CON - Messages for maintaining the internal contract apportionment

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Delivery date &1 of document &2 is not in contract validity period of &3

What causes this issue?

The contract specified is OTB-relevant. Therefore, contract budget was
reserved (internal contract apportionment created) in contract creation
for the contract validity period (possibly plus offset from OTB check
Customizing).
The delivery date for the current document falls outside the period
described above, however. This means that the OTB check cannot access
the contract budget reserved for this contract.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Choose a contract whose validity period matches the delivery date or
change the delivery date.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WRF_PRC_CON026 - Delivery date &1 of document &2 is not in contract validity period of &3 ?

  The SAP error message WRF_PRC_CON026 indicates that the delivery date specified in a document (such as a purchase order or sales order) falls outside the validity period of the associated contract. This error typically occurs in the context of procurement and contract management within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Delivery Date: The delivery date entered in the document is earlier than the start date or later than the end date of the contract.
  Contract Validity: The contract may have specific validity dates that restrict when goods or services can be delivered.
  Document Type: The document type being used may not be compatible with the contract's terms.
  Contract Changes: The contract may have been modified or updated, which could affect its validity period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Validity: Review the contract associated with the document to confirm its validity period. Ensure that the delivery date falls within this range.
  Adjust Delivery Date: If the delivery date is outside the contract's validity period, adjust it to a date that is within the allowed range.
  Update Contract: If necessary, consider extending the contract's validity period to accommodate the required delivery date. This may involve negotiating with the vendor or supplier.
  Review Document Type: Ensure that the document type being used is appropriate for the contract and its terms.
  Consult with Stakeholders: If there are discrepancies or if the contract needs to be modified, consult with relevant stakeholders (e.g., procurement, legal, or finance teams) to resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract) or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to review and modify contracts and purchase orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify contracts and related documents in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the delivery date aligns with the contract's validity period.