How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN051 - Duplicate perf. oblig. names &1 point to the same leading perf. oblig. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Duplicate perf. oblig. names &1 point to the same leading perf. oblig. &2

What causes this issue?

Different linked performance obligations of a leading performance
obligation cannot have the same name.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

To fix the problem, you need to take the following actions:
Change the rule in BRFplus.
You can change the decision table that is used to derive linked
performance obligations, such as decision table DT_PROCESS_POB_ADD that
is used in function FC_PROCESS_POB_ADD.
Reprocess the contract.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN051 - Duplicate perf. oblig. names &1 point to the same leading perf. oblig. &2 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN051 indicates that there are duplicate performance obligation names in the system that point to the same leading performance obligation. This typically occurs in the context of contract management, particularly when dealing with performance obligations in revenue recognition scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The error arises when two or more performance obligations are created with the same name but are linked to the same leading performance obligation. This can happen due to data entry errors or system imports that do not check for existing entries.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the performance obligations in the system, leading to conflicts.
  Data Migration: If data was migrated from another system, it’s possible that duplicates were introduced during the migration process.
  
  Solution:
  
  Identify Duplicates: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to query the relevant tables (e.g., FARR_CONTRACT or FARR_PERF_OBLIG) to identify the duplicate performance obligations.
  Remove or Rename Duplicates: Once identified, you can either delete the duplicate entries or rename them to ensure that each performance obligation has a unique name.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for performance obligations in the SAP system to ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no rules that allow for duplicates.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks during data entry or migration processes to prevent duplicates from being created in the future.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to performance obligations and contract management for any specific guidelines or best practices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Performance Obligations: These are commitments in a contract to transfer a good or service to a customer. In SAP, they are crucial for revenue recognition under IFRS 15 and ASC 606.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR for contract management and FSP0 for performance obligation management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling performance obligations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.