How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE146 - Fulfillment of POB &1: Percentage to be fulfilled cannot exceed 100%

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Fulfillment of POB &1: Percentage to be fulfilled cannot exceed 100%

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE146 - Fulfillment of POB &1: Percentage to be fulfilled cannot exceed 100% ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE146 indicates that there is an issue with the fulfillment percentage of a Purchase Order (POB) in the context of contract management or fulfillment processes. Specifically, the error states that the percentage to be fulfilled cannot exceed 100%. This typically occurs when the system detects that the total percentage of items or services that are being fulfilled exceeds the allowable limit of 100%.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Fulfillment Percentage: The most common cause is that the user has entered a fulfillment percentage that exceeds 100% for a particular line item or the overall contract.
  Multiple Fulfillments: If multiple fulfillments are being processed for the same item, the cumulative percentage may exceed 100%.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the fulfillment process can lead to incorrect percentage values being inputted.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the business process, leading to incorrect calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Fulfillment Entries: Check the fulfillment entries for the specific Purchase Order or contract. Ensure that the total percentage does not exceed 100%. If it does, adjust the percentages accordingly.
  Adjust Fulfillment Percentages: If you find that the percentage is incorrectly set, modify it to ensure that the total does not exceed 100%. This may involve reducing the percentage for one or more line items.
  Check for Multiple Fulfillments: If there are multiple fulfillments for the same item, ensure that the total percentage across all fulfillments does not exceed 100%.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for the fulfillment process to ensure compliance with business rules.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the system configuration and ensure it aligns with your business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME22N (Change Purchase Order) to review and modify the fulfillment details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the fulfillment process are adequately trained on how to enter fulfillment percentages correctly to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the fulfillment percentages are correctly managed within the SAP system.