How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE092 - POB &1: Total invoiced amount cannot 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: 092

• Message text: POB &1: Total invoiced amount cannot be negative.

What causes this issue?

The transaction price &v2& of the Performance Obligation (POB) is
positive.
The current invoiced amount and the amount from the invoice RAIs would
lead to a negative amount &v3&. This is not permitted.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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_LIFECYCLE092 - POB &1: Total invoiced amount cannot be negative. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE092 with the description "POB &1: Total invoiced amount cannot be negative" typically occurs in the context of contract accounting or billing processes within SAP. This error indicates that there is an attempt to process an invoice or billing document where the total invoiced amount is calculated to be negative, which is not allowed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Invoice Amounts: The invoice amounts entered may be incorrect, leading to a negative total when summed up.
  Credit Memos: If there are credit memos that exceed the original invoice amounts, it could result in a negative total.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the creation of invoices or billing documents.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the contract accounting settings or billing types that may lead to incorrect calculations.
  Business Logic Errors: Custom logic or enhancements that manipulate invoice amounts incorrectly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Invoice Amounts: Check the individual invoice amounts and ensure they are correct. Make sure that no invoice or credit memo is incorrectly entered.
  Check Credit Memos: If credit memos are involved, ensure that they do not exceed the original invoice amounts.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in the data entry process to prevent negative totals from being processed.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings related to contract accounting and billing to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the process to identify where the negative total is being calculated.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (Contract Accounting) and FB60 (Enter Incoming Invoice) to navigate through the related processes.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or support channels for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP contract accounting for further assistance.