How To Fix FARR_APPLICATION149 - POB &1: POB with Contract Acquisition Cost category is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_APPLICATION - General Revenue Accounting Applications and Code

• Message number: 149

• Message text: POB &1: POB with Contract Acquisition Cost category is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_APPLICATION149 - POB &1: POB with Contract Acquisition Cost category is not supported ?

  The SAP error message FARR_APPLICATION149 indicates that there is an issue with the Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) related to the Profitability Object (POB) that has been assigned a Contract Acquisition Cost category. This error typically arises when the system encounters a POB that is not configured to handle the specified cost category.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Cost Category: The Contract Acquisition Cost category is not supported for the specific POB you are trying to use. This can happen if the POB is not set up to handle this type of cost.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the system where the POB is not properly defined to accommodate the Contract Acquisition Cost category.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry or selection of the POB during transaction processing can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check POB Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the Profitability Object (POB) in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the POB is configured to support the Contract Acquisition Cost category. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., transaction code OKEQ for CO-PA).
  
  
  
  Review Cost Category Settings:
  
  Verify that the Contract Acquisition Cost category is correctly defined in the system and is compatible with the POB you are using.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the cost categories are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the data entry for the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the correct POB is selected and that it aligns with the intended cost category.
  If you are using a custom program or report, check the logic to ensure it is correctly handling the POB and cost category.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the FARR application and the specific error message for additional insights or updates that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide patches or additional guidance based on the specific version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OKEQ (for CO-PA configuration) and others that may be pertinent to your analysis.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FARR_APPLICATION149 for any known issues or fixes.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.