How To Fix FARR_APPLICATION162 - POB &1: POB with Manual Spreading is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 162

• Message text: POB &1: POB with Manual Spreading is not supported

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_APPLICATION162 - POB &1: POB with Manual Spreading is not supported ?

  The SAP error message FARR_APPLICATION162 indicates that there is an issue with the Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) module, specifically related to the use of Profitability Object (POB) with manual spreading. This error typically arises when you attempt to use a Profitability Object that is not configured to support manual spreading.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Configuration Issue: The Profitability Object (POB) you are trying to use is not set up to allow manual spreading. Manual spreading is a feature that allows users to distribute values across periods manually, and not all POBs are configured to support this.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings in the configuration for the Profitability Analysis may not be aligned with the requirements for manual spreading.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an attempt to enter data in a way that is not compatible with the defined settings for the POB.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check POB Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the Profitability Object in the SAP system.
  Verify if the POB is configured to allow manual spreading. This can typically be found in the customizing settings for CO-PA.
  
  
  
  Adjust Settings:
  
  If the POB is not set up for manual spreading, you may need to adjust the configuration. This may involve enabling manual spreading for the specific POB or creating a new POB that supports this feature.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to Profitability Analysis and manual spreading to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users are trained on the correct processes for entering data into the system, particularly regarding the use of manual spreading.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SPRO to access the configuration settings for CO-PA.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring POBs for manual spreading.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.