How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN001 - Total standalone selling price of POBs is less than or equal to zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Total standalone selling price of POBs is less than or equal to zero

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN001 - Total standalone selling price of POBs is less than or equal to zero ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN001 indicates that the total standalone selling price (SSP) of the Profitability Object (POB) is less than or equal to zero. This error typically occurs in the context of contract management and revenue recognition processes, particularly when dealing with contracts that involve multiple performance obligations.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Pricing: The standalone selling prices for the items or services in the contract may not have been set correctly. If the prices are zero or negative, this error will occur.
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incomplete data for the pricing conditions in the contract or the related items.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the pricing procedure or the way the pricing conditions are defined in the system.
  Currency Issues: If there are currency conversion issues or if the currency settings are not correctly configured, it may lead to incorrect pricing calculations.
  Contract Structure: The structure of the contract may not be set up correctly, leading to an inability to calculate the total SSP.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Pricing Conditions: Review the pricing conditions for the items in the contract. Ensure that the standalone selling prices are correctly defined and are greater than zero.
  Review Contract Data: Ensure that all necessary data for the contract and its items are complete and accurate. This includes checking for any missing entries in the pricing conditions.
  Configuration Review: If you have access, review the configuration settings for pricing procedures in the SAP system. Ensure that they are set up correctly to calculate the SSP.
  Currency Settings: Verify that the currency settings are correct and that there are no issues with currency conversion that could affect pricing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related processes.
  Testing: If changes are made, test the contract again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VA02 (Change Sales Order), or FARR (Contract Management) to navigate through the contract and pricing settings.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth assistance.