How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE078 - POB &2 cannot be added manually to contract &1; contract was deleted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 078

• Message text: POB &2 cannot be added manually to contract &1; contract was deleted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE078 - POB &2 cannot be added manually to contract &1; contract was deleted. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE078 indicates that you are trying to add a Purchase Order (POB) to a contract that has been marked as deleted. This error typically occurs in the context of contract management within the SAP system, particularly in the area of Asset Accounting or Contract Accounting.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the contract you are trying to modify has been deleted or flagged as inactive in the system. When a contract is deleted, it cannot accept any new entries, including the addition of Purchase Order references.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Status: Verify the status of the contract in question. You can do this by navigating to the contract in the SAP system and checking its lifecycle status. If it is marked as deleted, you will need to take further action.
  
  
  Restore Contract: If the contract was deleted by mistake, you may need to restore it. This typically involves changing the status of the contract back to active. Depending on your organization's policies and the configuration of your SAP system, this may require specific authorizations.
  
  
  Create a New Contract: If the contract cannot be restored, you may need to create a new contract and link the Purchase Order to this new contract instead.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any internal documentation or guidelines regarding contract management in your organization. There may be specific procedures for handling deleted contracts.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME33K (Display Contract) or ME31K (Create Contract) to manage contracts effectively.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to modify contract statuses or create new contracts.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this specific error message.
  Training: If you frequently encounter issues with contract management, consider additional training on SAP contract management processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and continue with your contract management tasks in SAP.