How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE109 - POB &1: Freeze periods before effective date &2 must not be changed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 109

• Message text: POB &1: Freeze periods before effective date &2 must not be changed.

What causes this issue?

POB &v1&: Freeze periods before the effective date &v2& must not be
changed. Existing freeze period &v3& cannot be updated with new freeze
dates.

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_LIFECYCLE109 - POB &1: Freeze periods before effective date &2 must not be changed. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE109 typically occurs in the context of contract management or asset accounting within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an attempt to change freeze periods that are set before a specified effective date, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to modify a freeze period (a period during which certain changes to the contract or asset are restricted) that is prior to the effective date of the contract or asset.
  The system has rules in place to prevent changes to historical data that could affect financial reporting or compliance.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Effective Date: Verify the effective date (&2) of the contract or asset you are trying to modify. Ensure that any changes you are attempting to make do not affect periods that are before this date.
  
  
  Review Freeze Periods: Look at the freeze periods that are currently set. If you need to make changes, ensure that they are only applied to periods that are after the effective date.
  
  
  Adjust Changes: If you need to make changes to the freeze periods, you may need to:
  
  Remove or adjust the freeze period settings to ensure they do not overlap with the effective date.
  Consult with your finance or accounting team to understand the implications of changing freeze periods.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines regarding contract management and freeze periods for specific procedures and policies.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be involved in contract management or asset accounting, such as FARR for asset accounting.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to contracts or assets, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  System Configuration: Sometimes, system configuration settings can lead to such errors. It may be necessary to review the configuration with your SAP Basis or configuration team.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and proceed with your tasks in SAP.