How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE117 - The receivable adjustment account &1 of contract &2 cannot 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: 117

• Message text: The receivable adjustment account &1 of contract &2 cannot be changed.

What causes this issue?

The receivable adjustment account of the contract cannot be changed
because the contract has been posted to FI/CO-PA.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE117 - The receivable adjustment account &1 of contract &2 cannot be changed. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE117 indicates that there is an issue with changing the receivable adjustment account for a specific contract in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of contract management, particularly in the area of accounts receivable.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when you attempt to change the receivable adjustment account for a contract that is already in a certain lifecycle state. This could be due to several reasons, including:
  
  Contract Status: The contract may be in a status that does not allow changes to the receivable adjustment account. For example, if the contract is already active or has been finalized, changes may be restricted.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may restrict changes to certain fields once a contract has been created or processed.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or linked transactions that prevent changes to the receivable adjustment account.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Status: Verify the current status of the contract. If it is in a status that does not allow changes, you may need to change the status to a permissible one or create a new contract if necessary.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP configuration team to understand if there are any settings that restrict changes to the receivable adjustment account. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow changes under certain conditions.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: If you are trying to make changes through a specific transaction code, ensure that you are using the correct one that allows for modifications to the contract.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to contract management and accounts receivable to understand any specific limitations or guidelines.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (for contract management) and FBL1N (for vendor line items) that may help in managing contracts and accounts.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide patches or updates that address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to make the changes has the necessary authorizations to modify contract details.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.