How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE113 - Contract &1 cannot be combined.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 113

• Message text: Contract &1 cannot be combined.

What causes this issue?

It is not allowed to combine contracts containing only soft-deleted
performance obligations (POBs), acquisition cost POBs, or bill of
material POBs. To be combined, a contract must have at least one active
POB that is either event-based, time-based, or PoC (Percent of
completion)-based.

System Response

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

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_LIFECYCLE113 - Contract &1 cannot be combined. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE113 indicates that a specific contract (identified by &1) cannot be combined with other contracts. This error typically arises in the context of contract management within SAP, particularly in the area of Asset Accounting or Contract Accounting.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Contract Status: The contract may be in a status that does not allow it to be combined with others (e.g., it might be closed, expired, or in a locked state).
  Contract Type: Different types of contracts may have restrictions on whether they can be combined. For example, some contracts may be exclusive or have specific terms that prevent them from being merged.
  Incompatible Terms: The terms and conditions of the contracts may not be compatible, making it impossible to combine them.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the combination of certain contracts based on business rules.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Contract Status: Verify the status of the contract in question. If it is closed or in a locked state, you may need to change its status or unlock it if appropriate.
  Review Contract Types: Ensure that the contracts you are trying to combine are of compatible types. If they are not, you may need to consider alternative approaches.
  Examine Terms and Conditions: Review the terms and conditions of the contracts to ensure they can be combined. If there are conflicting terms, you may need to modify one or both contracts.
  Consult Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to contract management. There may be specific rules that govern the combination of contracts that need to be adjusted.
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (for Asset Accounting) or FBL1N (for vendor line items) that may help you navigate contract management.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to contract management and lifecycle management for more detailed guidance.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user forums or communities where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.