How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE015 - Cannot change POB &1 to residual allocation as POB &2 already is.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Cannot change POB &1 to residual allocation as POB &2 already is.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE015 - Cannot change POB &1 to residual allocation as POB &2 already is. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE015 indicates that there is an issue with changing the status of a Profitability Object (POB) in the context of residual allocation. Specifically, it means that you are trying to change one POB to a residual allocation status, but another POB is already in that status, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Conflicting POB Status: The system does not allow multiple POBs to be in a residual allocation status simultaneously. If POB &2 is already set to residual allocation, you cannot change POB &1 to that status.
  Data Integrity Rules: SAP has built-in rules to maintain data integrity and consistency, which prevent certain actions that could lead to conflicts or inconsistencies in financial reporting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check POB Status: Verify the status of both POBs involved in the error message. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report that displays the status of Profitability Objects.
  
  
  Change POB Status: If POB &2 is indeed in a residual allocation status and you need to change POB &1, you will first need to change the status of POB &2 to something else (e.g., active or another appropriate status) before you can change POB &1.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to Profitability Analysis (CO-PA) and residual allocations to understand the implications of changing POB statuses.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unsure about the changes or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as KOB1 (for displaying cost object line items) or KSB1 (for displaying cost center line items) to analyze the status of POBs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to Profitability Analysis and residual allocations to ensure they align with your business requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your allocation processes in SAP.