__**Cancelling a Contract**__

**Contract Cancellation Procedure**

This outlines the process for cancelling a contract within the contract management system.

__Procedure:__
  * Access the Contract: Navigate to the specific contract within the system.
  * Locate Action Menu: Identify the Actions section in the top right corner of the contract interface.
  * Initiate Cancellation: Select the "Cancel" option from the Actions menu.

__Important Considerations:__
  * Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to perform contract cancellations.
  * Before proceeding with cancellation, verify that this action aligns with organizational policies and contractual obligations.
  * Be aware that cancelling a contract may have significant legal and financial implications.

Note: It is recommended to document the reason for cancellation.


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**Cancellation Eligibility**: Contracts are eligible for cancellation only under the following circumstances:
  * Contract Status: The contract must be in either of these states: Draft or Evaluation

  * Authorization: Contract cancellation is restricted to personnel with specific roles:
  - Contract Creator: The individual who initially created the contract.
  - Contract Approver: The designated person responsible for contract approval.

**Important Considerations:**
  * Verify the contract's current status before attempting cancellation.
  * Ensure that you possess the necessary role-based authorization to perform this action.
  * Be aware that cancelling a contract may have significant implications for ongoing negotiations or evaluations.


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**Contract Cancellation: Confirmation Process**

This outlines the steps and system behavior during the contract cancellation confirmation process.

__Confirmation Procedure:__
  * System Response-Upon selecting the "Cancel" action, the system displays a confirmation dialog.
  * User Options-Confirm Cancellation-Select "Yes" to proceed. System Action: Updates contract status to "Cancelled"
  * To Abort Cancellation, Select "No" to terminate the process. System Action: Closes confirmation dialog. Result: Contract remains in its original state

**Important Note**: The cancellation action is irreversible once confirmed. Ensure that you have verified the necessity of this action before proceeding with the confirmation.

**Best Practice**: Review all relevant contract details and implications before responding to the confirmation prompt to prevent unintended contract status changes.



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A Cancelled Contract is Non-Claimable.
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__**Un-Cancelling a Contract**__

Users with permissions have the option to Un-Cancel a contract in a Cancelled state.

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**Contract Un-Cancellation: Eligibility Criteria**

This outlines the conditions and restrictions governing the un-cancellation of contracts within the contract management system.

__Eligibility Requirements:__

The system evaluates existing contracts within the same timeframe for the following statuses:
  * Draft
  * Evaluation
  * Terminated

Un-Cancellation Conditions
  * Permitted when: No overlapping contracts exist in the specified statuses and the timeframe is clear of conflicting contract states
  * Restricted when: Any overlapping contract exists in Draft status, Any overlapping contract exists in Evaluation status, Any overlapping contract exists in Terminated status

System Validation: The contract management system automatically performs these validations to maintain data integrity and prevent conflicting contract states.

**Best Practices:**
  * Review existing contracts within the relevant timeframe before attempting un-cancellation
  * Ensure resolution of any conflicting contract states before proceeding
  * Document the business justification for contract un-cancellation

Note: This validation process helps maintain the integrity of the contract management system and prevents potential conflicts in contract administration.