How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN130 - Start date of performance obligation &1 must not be specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 130

• Message text: Start date of performance obligation &1 must not be specified

What causes this issue?

Performance obligation &V1& is a time-based performance obligation and
has its start date type set to type 3. In this case, the performance
obligation is to be fulfilled over a period of time that starts from the
date of an event. Therefore, you cannot set the start date to a fixed
date.

System Response

The system prevents the change from being made to the performance
obligation.

How to fix this error?

You can choose one of the following options:
If the performance obligation is to be fulfilled over a period of time
that starts from the date of an event, leave the start date empty.
If the performance obligation is to be fulfilled over a period of time
that starts from a fixed date, you have to set the start date type to
one other than type 3.
If the performance obligation is not to be fulfilled over a period of
time, specify a fulfillment type other than "time-based".

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN130 - Start date of performance obligation &1 must not be specified ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN130 indicates that there is an issue with the start date of a performance obligation in a contract. Specifically, the error states that the start date must not be specified, which typically means that the system expects the start date to be either blank or set to a specific value that is not being met.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The start date for the performance obligation may have been incorrectly entered or is not in line with the system's requirements.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that dictate how performance obligations should be managed, and these settings may not allow for a start date to be specified.
  Business Rules: The business rules defined in the system may require that certain performance obligations do not have a start date, possibly due to the nature of the contract or the type of service/product being provided.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Contract Data: Review the contract data where the error occurred. Ensure that the start date for the performance obligation is either blank or set according to the business rules.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings related to performance obligations and contracts. Ensure that they align with your business requirements.
  Review Business Processes: Consult with your business process owner or SAP functional consultant to understand the business rules that apply to performance obligations and ensure compliance.
  Error Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error code in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (for contract management) to navigate and troubleshoot the issue effectively.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate user roles and permissions to make changes to contracts and performance obligations in the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or a consultant for further assistance.