How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE084 - Quantity of performance obligation &1 turned positive.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Quantity of performance obligation &1 turned positive.

What causes this issue?

Performance obligation &v1& was created with a negative quantity. With
the current contract change it would turn positive. This is not allowed.

System Response

Revenue accounting item was not processed.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE084 - Quantity of performance obligation &1 turned positive. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE084 indicates that there is an issue with the quantity of a performance obligation in a contract management scenario, specifically that the quantity has turned positive when it was expected to be zero or negative. This typically occurs in the context of revenue recognition and contract lifecycle management in SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be incorrectly configured, leading to unexpected behavior in how performance obligations are managed.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry for the performance obligation, such as incorrect quantities or statuses.
  Contract Changes: Changes made to the contract or performance obligations that were not properly reflected in the system can lead to discrepancies.
  Integration Issues: If there are integrations with other systems (like CRM or other ERP modules), inconsistencies in data can cause this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Performance Obligation: Check the performance obligation in question to ensure that the quantity is set correctly. If it should be zero or negative, adjust it accordingly.
  Check Contract Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the contract and performance obligations to ensure they align with business requirements.
  Data Consistency: Ensure that all related data entries are consistent and correct. This includes checking for any recent changes to contracts or obligations that may not have been properly updated in the system.
  Reprocess Transactions: If the error occurred due to a transaction that was not processed correctly, consider reprocessing the transaction or reversing it and then re-entering it.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to contract management and performance obligations, such as FARR (for contract management).
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed, as other users may have encountered and resolved the same error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.