How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE037 - Transaction price of perf. oblig. &1 cannot change from neg. to pos.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 037

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE037 - Transaction price of perf. oblig. &1 cannot change from neg. to pos. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE037 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 negative value to a positive value.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the following scenarios:
  
  
  Negative to Positive Price Change: The system is trying to change the transaction price of a performance obligation from a negative amount (e.g., a discount or a liability) to a positive amount (e.g., a revenue or an increase in price). This is not allowed because it can lead to inconsistencies in accounting and revenue recognition.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that do not allow for such changes, especially if the performance obligation has already been recognized or settled.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There might be a mistake in the data entry where the transaction price was incorrectly set as negative when it should have been positive, or vice versa.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Transaction: Check the details of the performance obligation and the associated transaction. Ensure that the transaction price is set correctly according to the business logic.
  
  
  Adjust the Price: If the price needs to be changed, consider whether it is appropriate to adjust it directly. If the price should remain negative, you may need to reverse or adjust the related transactions accordingly.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to revenue recognition and performance obligations. Ensure that the settings allow for the intended changes.
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependencies or linked transactions that might be causing the issue. Sometimes, other related documents or transactions can affect the ability to change the price.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (Contract Accounting) and FSP0 (Display Performance Obligations) to analyze the performance obligations and their statuses.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to contract accounting and revenue recognition for best practices and guidelines on handling performance obligations.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.