How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE036 - Transaction price of perf. oblig. &1 cannot change from pos. to neg.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 036

• Message text: Transaction price of perf. oblig. &1 cannot change from pos. to neg.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE036 - Transaction price of perf. oblig. &1 cannot change from pos. to neg. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE036 indicates that there is an issue with the transaction price of a performance obligation in the context of contract accounting or revenue recognition. Specifically, the error states that the transaction price of the performance obligation cannot change from a positive value to a negative value.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: A user may have attempted to change the transaction price of a performance obligation from a positive amount to a negative amount, which is not allowed in the system.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the ability to change transaction prices in certain ways.
  
  
  Business Logic: The business rules defined in the system may not allow for a negative transaction price, as it could lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting or violate accounting principles.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Transaction: Check the transaction that triggered the error. Ensure that the transaction price is correctly entered and that you are not unintentionally trying to set a negative value.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the relevant SAP documentation or configuration guides to understand the rules governing transaction prices for performance obligations.
  
  
  Adjust the Transaction Price: If you need to adjust the transaction price, ensure that you are only entering positive values. If a reduction is necessary, consider whether it can be achieved through a different method, such as a credit memo or adjustment entry.
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: If you have access to the configuration settings, verify that there are no restrictions or validations that prevent the change you are trying to make.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration and business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to contract accounting and revenue recognition, such as FARR (Contract Accounting) and FAS (Asset Accounting).
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to make the change has the appropriate permissions to modify transaction prices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.