How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN034 - Deletion not permitted; relevant events already occurred for POB &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Deletion not permitted; relevant events already occurred for POB &1

What causes this issue?

Performance obligation &V1& has a balance and therefore cannot be
deleted. This may occur in either of the following conditions:
The performance obligation has been invoiced.
Fulfillment events have already occurred on the performance obligation.

System Response

The system prevents you from deleting this performance obligation.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that the following conditions are true:
The invoiced amount of the performance obligation is zero. For example,
the invoiced amount can be cleared out by credit memos.
All fulfillments are reversed. The operational system can request a
reverse fulfillment following a reversal operation on the operational
system. Alternatively, the manual fulfillment feature allows you to
enter reverse fulfillments.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN034 - Deletion not permitted; relevant events already occurred for POB &1 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN034 indicates that a deletion operation is not permitted for a specific Purchase Order (POB) because relevant events have already occurred. This typically means that there are transactions or activities associated with the contract or purchase order that prevent it from being deleted.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Transactions: The contract or purchase order has already been processed in some way (e.g., goods receipt, invoice receipt, etc.), which means that it is linked to financial or logistical transactions.
  Status of the Document: The document may be in a status that does not allow for deletion, such as being completed or closed.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the contract or purchase order from other documents or processes within the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Review the status of the contract or purchase order. If it is completed or has been processed, you may need to reverse or cancel those transactions before deletion.
  Analyze Related Events: Use transaction codes like ME23N (Display Purchase Order) or ME2N (Purchase Orders by PO Number) to check for any related events or transactions that have occurred.
  Consult with Stakeholders: If the document is linked to other processes, consult with relevant stakeholders (e.g., finance, procurement) to understand the implications of deleting the document.
  Use Change Instead of Delete: If deletion is not possible, consider whether you can change the document instead of deleting it. This may involve adjusting the terms or status of the contract.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform deletion operations. Sometimes, restrictions are in place based on user roles.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N, ME2N, and FBL1N (Vendor Line Items) to analyze the document and its related transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or additional guidance related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for more information on contract management and deletion processes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in contract management within SAP.