How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE081 - Transaction price of negative perf. oblig. &1 must be negative.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 081

• Message text: Transaction price of negative perf. oblig. &1 must be negative.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE081 - Transaction price of negative perf. oblig. &1 must be negative. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE081 indicates that there is an issue with the transaction price of a negative performance obligation in the context of contract accounting or revenue recognition. This error typically arises when the system expects a negative value for a performance obligation but finds a positive value instead.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Transaction Price: The transaction price for a performance obligation that is supposed to be negative is incorrectly set to a positive value.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the business rules for handling performance obligations.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to incorrect values being inputted for transaction prices.
  Business Logic: The business logic or rules defined in the system may not be correctly implemented, leading to inconsistencies in how performance obligations are treated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Transaction Price: Check the transaction price for the performance obligation in question. Ensure that it is set to a negative value as required.
  Adjust Configuration: If the issue is related to configuration, review the settings in the SAP system related to contract accounting and performance obligations. Make necessary adjustments to align with business requirements.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the values in the relevant transactions or master data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling performance obligations and transaction prices.
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (Contract Accounting) and FSP0 (Display Contract) to navigate and troubleshoot effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the steps taken to resolve it.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.