How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE137 - Finalized performance obligation &1 cannot have fulfillment RAI.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Finalized performance obligation &1 cannot have fulfillment RAI.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE137 - Finalized performance obligation &1 cannot have fulfillment RAI. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE137 indicates that there is an issue related to the lifecycle of a finalized performance obligation in the context of revenue recognition. Specifically, the message states that a finalized performance obligation (identified by &1) cannot have a fulfillment recorded against it.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  
  Finalized Performance Obligation: The performance obligation has already been finalized, meaning that it is no longer open for changes or additional fulfillments. In SAP, once a performance obligation is finalized, it should not allow any further actions that would alter its status or fulfillment.
  
  
  Incorrect Process Flow: There may be an attempt to fulfill a performance obligation that has already been marked as complete or finalized, which violates the business rules set in the system.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies in the data or configuration settings that are causing the system to incorrectly identify the status of the performance obligation.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Performance Obligation: Check the status of the performance obligation identified by &1. Ensure that it is indeed finalized and that no further fulfillments should be processed against it.
  
  
  Check Business Processes: Ensure that the business processes are being followed correctly. If a performance obligation is finalized, confirm that no additional fulfillments are being attempted.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or configuration settings related to revenue recognition and performance obligations to ensure that the system is set up correctly.
  
  
  Adjust Fulfillment Attempts: If you need to fulfill something related to this performance obligation, consider whether you need to create a new performance obligation or if there are other adjustments that can be made.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Revenue Recognition: Understanding the principles of revenue recognition in SAP can help clarify how performance obligations are managed.
  SAP Notes and Knowledge Base Articles: Search for relevant SAP Notes or articles that may address this specific error message or similar issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to performance obligations and revenue recognition, such as FARR (for revenue accounting and reporting).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.