How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE119 - The liability 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: 119

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

What causes this issue?

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

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_LIFECYCLE119 - The liability account &1 of contract &2 cannot be changed. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE119 indicates that there is an issue with changing the liability account associated with a specific contract in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of contract management, particularly in the area of asset accounting or financial accounting.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when you attempt to change the liability account of a contract that is already in a certain lifecycle state where such changes are not permitted. Common reasons for this error include:
  
  Contract Status: The contract may be in a status that does not allow changes to the liability account (e.g., it may be completed, closed, or in a state where modifications are restricted).
  Posting History: If there have been postings against the contract, the system may prevent changes to ensure data integrity and consistency.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict changes to certain fields after a contract has been created or processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Status: Review the status of the contract. If it is in a completed or closed state, you may need to reopen it or create a new contract with the desired liability account.
  
  
  Review Posting History: If there have been postings against the contract, you may need to reverse those postings or consult with your finance team to determine the best course of action.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to contract management and liability accounts. You may need to work with your SAP administrator or consultant to adjust these settings if necessary.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (e.g., FARR for Asset Accounting) to navigate to the contract and check its details.
  
  
  Documentation and Support: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to this error message for additional guidance. You may also consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance if the issue persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE119 for any specific patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to contract management and asset accounting, such as FARR (Asset Accounting) and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to contracts in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.