How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN078 - Changing perf. oblig. &1 from compound to non-distinct is not permitted

FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN078 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 078

• Message text: Changing perf. oblig. &1 from compound to non-distinct is not permitted

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to change a performance obligation from compound to
non-distinct. However, this change is not allowed for leading
performance obligations.

System Response

The operation is terminated.

How to fix this error?

To change a performance obligation from compound to non-distinct, you
must make sure that the performance obligation does not have linked
performance obligations attached to it.

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_MAIN078 - Changing perf. oblig. &1 from compound to non-distinct is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN078 indicates that there is an issue with changing a performance obligation from a compound to a non-distinct status in the context of contract management, particularly in the area of revenue recognition and performance obligations.
  
  Cause:
  This error typically arises when you attempt to modify a performance obligation that is currently classified as compound (meaning it is linked to multiple distinct goods or services) to a non-distinct status (which would imply it is a standalone obligation). The system does not allow this change because it could lead to inconsistencies in revenue recognition and reporting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Performance Obligation: Check the details of the performance obligation you are trying to change. Ensure that the obligation is indeed eligible for the change you are attempting to make.
  
  
  Check Dependencies: If the performance obligation is part of a compound obligation, you may need to first disassociate