How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE006 - Contract &1 was terminated early. Further changes are not supported.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE - Message from Contract Lifecyle (RAR 2.0 Object Model)

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Contract &1 was terminated early. Further changes are not supported.

What causes this issue?

A contract, that was already terminated, can no longer be changed using
order revenue accounting items (RAIs).
Price changes that are triggered by invoice processing are excluded from
this rule as they still influence the contract asset/liability balance.

System Response

The system stops processing the contract.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE006 - Contract &1 was terminated early. Further changes are not supported. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE006 indicates that a contract (identified by &1) has been terminated early, and as a result, further changes to that contract are not supported. This error typically arises in the context of contract management within SAP, particularly in the area of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA).
  Cause:
  
  Early Termination: The contract has been marked as terminated before its scheduled end date. This could be due to various reasons such as business decisions, customer requests, or compliance issues.
  Status Restrictions: Once a contract is terminated, it may enter a status that restricts any further modifications or updates to its details.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules to prevent changes to contracts that are no longer active, ensuring that historical data remains consistent.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Contract Status: Check the status of the contract in the system. If it is indeed terminated, you will not be able to make changes to it.
  Reopen Contract: If there is a need to make changes, you may need to reopen the contract if your business process allows for it. This typically requires specific authorizations and may involve additional steps in the system.
  Create a New Contract: If reopening the contract is not feasible, consider creating a new contract that reflects the necessary changes or updates.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines on contract management to understand the implications of contract termination and the processes for handling such cases.
  Contact Support: If you believe this message is appearing in error or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (for Asset Accounting) or FQ1* (for Contract Accounts) to navigate through contract management functionalities.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify contracts in the system.
  Business Processes: Understand your organization's business processes regarding contract management, including how early terminations are handled and what the implications are for future transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and determine the appropriate course of action regarding the terminated contract.