How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE012 - Neither receivable account nor customer ID given in POB &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Neither receivable account nor customer ID given in POB &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE012 - Neither receivable account nor customer ID given in POB &1. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE012 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration or data related to a contract in the SAP system, specifically in the context of Accounts Receivable (AR) and the Profitability Analysis (POB) module. The error message states that neither a receivable account nor a customer ID has been provided for the specified Profitability Object (POB).
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The receivable account or customer ID may not be configured correctly in the contract or the related master data.
  Incomplete Data Entry: During the creation or modification of a contract, the necessary fields for the receivable account or customer ID may have been left blank.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the contract and the customer master data or the financial accounting settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Contract Data: Review the contract associated with the Profitability Object (POB) to ensure that both the receivable account and customer ID are correctly entered.
  
  Navigate to the contract in the SAP system and verify the relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Review Customer Master Data: Ensure that the customer master data is complete and correctly configured. Check if the customer ID is valid and has the necessary financial information.
  
  Use transaction codes like XD03 (Display Customer) to review the customer details.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings for the receivable accounts in the Financial Accounting (FI) module. Ensure that the necessary accounts are set up for the relevant customer types.
  
  You may need to consult with your SAP FI configuration team to verify the settings.
  
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the application logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Use transaction code SLG1 to view application logs.
  
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary corrections, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (for contract management) and FD32 (for customer credit management).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on contract management and accounts receivable processes.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant modules.