How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE093 - POB &1: Total invoiced amount cannot be 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: 093

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

What causes this issue?

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

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE093 - POB &1: Total invoiced amount cannot be positive. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE093 with the description "POB &1: Total invoiced amount cannot be positive" typically occurs in the context of contract management or accounts receivable processes within SAP. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the invoicing data related to a specific Purchase Order (POB) or contract.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invoicing Issues: The total invoiced amount for a contract or purchase order is expected to be zero or negative, but the system has detected a positive amount. This could happen if:
  
  There are incorrect entries in the invoicing data.
  The contract terms do not allow for positive invoicing at the current stage of the contract lifecycle.
  There are discrepancies between the invoiced amounts and the expected amounts based on the contract.
  
  
  
  Contract Lifecycle Status: The contract may be in a status that does not permit further invoicing, or it may have already been fully invoiced.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors could lead to incorrect amounts being recorded.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review the Contract/POB: Check the details of the contract or purchase order associated with the error. Ensure that the invoiced amounts align with the terms of the contract.
  
  
  Check Invoicing Data: Verify the invoicing data for any discrepancies. Look for:
  
  Incorrectly entered amounts.
  Duplicate invoices.
  Invoices that exceed the allowed limits.
  
  
  
  Contract Status: Ensure that the contract is in a valid status for invoicing. If the contract has been fully invoiced, you may need to adjust the invoicing process or create a new contract.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for handling contract invoicing issues. There may be specific procedures to follow.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional consultant who specializes in contract management or accounts receivable.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (for contract management) or FB60 (for invoice entry) that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to process the invoice has the necessary permissions to do so, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.