How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN076 - Marking performance obligation &1 as compound is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 076

• Message text: Marking performance obligation &1 as compound is not permitted

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to mark performance obligation &V1& as compound.
However, this performance obligation is not the higher-level performance
obligation of any other performance obligation.

System Response

The operation is terminated.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN076 - Marking performance obligation &1 as compound is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN076 indicates that there is an issue with marking a performance obligation as compound in the context of contract accounting or revenue recognition. This error typically arises when the system detects that the performance obligation you are trying to mark as compound does not meet the necessary criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Performance Obligation: The performance obligation you are trying to mark as compound may not be compatible with the rules defined in the system. For example, it might already be linked to another obligation or not meet the criteria for being a compound obligation.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict certain performance obligations from being marked as compound.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be inconsistencies or missing data in the contract or performance obligation that prevent it from being marked as compound.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Performance Obligation Criteria: Review the characteristics of the performance obligation you are trying to mark. Ensure that it meets the criteria for being classified as a compound obligation.
  Review Configuration Settings: Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings related to performance obligations and revenue recognition are correctly configured.
  Data Validation: Validate the data associated with the performance obligation. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to performance obligations and compound obligations for any specific guidelines or restrictions.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs for more detailed information about why the marking is not permitted. This can provide insights into specific issues that need to be addressed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on performance obligations and their configurations.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in contract management and revenue recognition are trained on the relevant processes and understand the implications of marking performance obligations as compound.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve SAP support for further assistance.