How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE026 - Cannot change def. method of POB &1 if contract was terminated early.

FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE026 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Cannot change def. method of POB &1 if contract was terminated early.

What causes this issue?

The deferral method of a time-based performance obligation (POB) cannot
be changed if the contract, which the POB belongs to, was already
terminated early.

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.

FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE026 - Details

• The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE026 indicates that you are trying to change the definition method of a Purchase Order (POB) or contract that has already been terminated early. This error typically arises in the context of contract management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with financial agreements or leasing contracts.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the contract has been terminated, and as a result, certain attributes, such as the definition method, cannot be modified. This is a safeguard within the system to maintain data integrity and ensure that changes are not made to contracts that are no longer active.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Status: Verify the status of the contract in question. If it has been terminated, you will not be able to change the definition method.
  
  
  Reopen Contract: If you need to make changes, you may need to reopen the contract if your business process allows for