How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN126 - Start date type is required for time-based performance obligation &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 126

• Message text: Start date type is required for time-based performance obligation &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN126 - Start date type is required for time-based performance obligation &1 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN126 indicates that a start date type is required for a time-based performance obligation in the context of contract management, particularly in the SAP Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) module. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a contract or performance obligation without specifying the necessary start date.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a required start date for a time-based performance obligation. In SAP RAR, performance obligations can be time-based (e.g., subscriptions, service contracts) or event-based. For time-based obligations, the system requires a start date to determine the period over which the obligation is recognized.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Contract Details: 
  
  Open the contract or performance obligation that is causing the error.
  Ensure that you have specified a start date for the time-based performance obligation.
  
  
  
  Enter the Start Date:
  
  Navigate to the relevant section of the contract where the performance obligation is defined.
  Look for fields related to the start date and enter a valid date.
  
  
  
  Validate the Data:
  
  After entering the start date, validate the contract data to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Save the Changes:
  
  Once the start date is entered and validated, save the changes to the contract.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  If applicable, run any relevant reports or processes to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the performance obligation is recognized correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Revenue Accounting and Reporting, which includes information on performance obligations and contract management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR for Revenue Accounting and Reporting, which may help you navigate the system more effectively.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If you are customizing the system, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might affect how performance obligations are processed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.