How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE064 - Cannot perform prospective change on POB &1 with changed end date.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Cannot perform prospective change on POB &1 with changed end date.

What causes this issue?

If a prospective change is possible, the end date of a performance
obligation cannot be modified. This is because the contract has already
been changed with a prospective change (P) and the effective date from
this change is later than the existing end date in the system.

System Response

The change process of this contract is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Adjust the end date of this performance obligation.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE064 - Cannot perform prospective change on POB &1 with changed end date. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE064 indicates that there is an issue with performing a prospective change on a Purchase Order (POB) due to a changed end date. This error typically arises in the context of contract management or asset accounting within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when you attempt to make a prospective change (a change that is intended to take effect in the future) on a contract or purchase order that has an end date that has been modified. The system does not allow changes to be made if the end date of the contract or purchase order has been altered, as this could lead to inconsistencies in the contract lifecycle management.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the End Date: Review the end date of the contract or purchase order. Ensure that the end date is set correctly and that it aligns with the intended changes you want to make.
  
  
  Revert Changes: If the end date was changed recently, consider reverting it to its original value before attempting to make the prospective change again.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to contract management and prospective changes to understand the rules and restrictions that apply.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like ME32K for changing contracts) to make the necessary adjustments. Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to make these changes.
  
  
  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 configuration and business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that provide fixes or workarounds for known issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to contract management, such as ME31K (Create Contract), ME32K (Change Contract), and ME33K (Display Contract).
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in your SAP system related to contract management and asset accounting to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and proceed with the necessary changes to your contract or purchase order.