How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE098 - POB &1: Freeze date &2 must be on or after effective date &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 098

• Message text: POB &1: Freeze date &2 must be on or after effective date &3.

What causes this issue?

POB &v1&: Freeze date &v2& must not be before effective date &v3& of
prospective split. Adjust the freeze period &v4&.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE098 - POB &1: Freeze date &2 must be on or after effective date &3. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE098 typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when dealing with the lifecycle of an asset or a contract. This error indicates that there is a conflict between the freeze date and the effective date of a contract or asset. Specifically, the freeze date must be on or after the effective date, and if it is not, the system will throw this error.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following conditions:
  
  Incorrect Date Sequence: The freeze date (the date when changes to the asset or contract are no longer allowed) is set before the effective date (the date when the asset or contract becomes active).
  Data Entry Error: During data entry or modification, the dates may have been entered incorrectly, leading to this conflict.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dates: Review the freeze date and effective date for the asset or contract in question. Ensure that the freeze date is set to a date that is on or after the effective date.
  
  
  Modify Dates: If the freeze date is incorrect, update it to a valid date that meets the requirement. This can usually be done in the asset master record or contract management screen, depending on where the error is occurring.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates to use, consult your organization's documentation or guidelines regarding asset management and contract lifecycles.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the asset or contract records. If not, contact your system administrator or the relevant department.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or FARR (Contract Management) depending on the context of the error.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking and correcting the dates, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your asset or contract management tasks in SAP.