How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN131 - End date of perf. oblig. &1 must not be earlier than its start date.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 131

• Message text: End date of perf. oblig. &1 must not be earlier than its start date.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN131 - End date of perf. oblig. &1 must not be earlier than its start date. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN131 indicates that there is an issue with the performance obligation dates in a contract. Specifically, the error states that the end date of the performance obligation must not be earlier than its start date. This typically occurs in the context of contract management or revenue recognition processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a mismatch in the dates defined for a performance obligation in a contract. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The end date of the performance obligation was entered incorrectly, making it earlier than the start date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been inconsistencies in the date formats or values.
  Changes in Contract Terms: If the contract terms were modified after the initial entry, the dates may not have been updated accordingly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Dates: Navigate to the contract in question and review the performance obligation dates. Ensure that the end date is later than the start date.
  
  
  Edit the Performance Obligation:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., FARR for contract management).
  Locate the performance obligation that is causing the error.
  Update the end date to a date that is equal to or later than the start date.
  
  
  
  Validate Changes: After making the necessary changes, save the contract and check if the error persists. You may need to reprocess any related transactions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates or the implications of changing them, consult your organization's documentation or reach out to a colleague with expertise in contract management.
  
  
  Check for Related Transactions: If the performance obligation is linked to other transactions or processes, ensure that those are also reviewed for consistency.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (Contract Management) and FARR_CONTRACT for managing contracts and performance obligations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to contract management and performance obligations.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to edit contracts and performance obligations in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your performance obligations are correctly defined within the SAP system.