How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE142 - POB &1: PoC fulfillment with a greater event date already exists.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 142

• Message text: POB &1: PoC fulfillment with a greater event date already exists.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE142 - POB &1: PoC fulfillment with a greater event date already exists. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE142 indicates that there is an issue with the fulfillment of a Proof of Concept (PoC) in the context of contract lifecycle management. Specifically, the error message states that a PoC fulfillment with a greater event date already exists for the specified object (indicated by &1).
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or update a PoC fulfillment record, but there is already an existing record with a later event date. In SAP, event dates are used to track the timeline of various activities, and the system enforces rules to prevent overlapping or conflicting entries.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Records: 
  
  Review the existing PoC fulfillment records for the specified object. Look for any records that have a later event date than the one you are trying to enter.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction codes like FARR or FARR1 depending on your configuration) and filtering the records based on the object ID.
  
  
  
  Adjust Event Dates:
  
  If you find an existing record with a later event date, you may need to either:
  
  Change the event date of the new PoC fulfillment you are trying to create to a date that is earlier than the existing record.
  If the existing record is incorrect or needs to be modified, consider updating or deleting it if appropriate.
  
  
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to contract lifecycle management and PoC fulfillment to understand the rules and constraints regarding event dates.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Logic:
  
  If your organization has implemented custom logic or enhancements in the SAP system, check with your technical team to see if there are any specific rules that might be causing this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing contracts and PoC fulfillments, such as FARR, FARR1, or others specific to your SAP environment.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify PoC fulfillments in the system.
  System Configuration: Understand how your SAP system is configured for contract management and PoC processes, as this can affect how event dates are handled.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.