How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN132 - Start date type of POB &1 cannot be changed from &2 to &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Start date type of POB &1 cannot be changed from &2 to &3.

What causes this issue?

When you change the start date type, the system checks the following:
(1) For a Time-Based POB, you cannot change the start date type to 3 (Is
Always the Event Date).
(2) If fulfillment has already happened for a POB with start date type
3, you cannot change the start date type to 1 (Available on Creation of
Performance Obligation) or 2 (Available After Creation of Performance
Obligation).

System Response

The system prevents the change from being saved.

How to fix this error?

Specify a different start date type.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN132 - Start date type of POB &1 cannot be changed from &2 to &3. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN132 indicates that there is an issue with changing the start date type of a Purchase Order (POB) in a contract. The message typically states that the start date type of the POB cannot be changed from one value to another.
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  
  Data Integrity Constraints: The system has certain constraints that prevent changes to the start date type once it has been set. This is to maintain data integrity and ensure that the contract terms are consistent.
  
  
  Contract Status: The contract may be in a status that does not allow changes. For example, if the contract is already in use or has been finalized, the system may restrict modifications.
  
  
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that dictate how and when certain fields can be modified.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Status: Verify the status of the contract. If it is in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., "Finalized" or "Completed"), you may need to change the status back to a modifiable state or create a new contract.
  
  
  Review Data Entry: Ensure that the data you are trying to enter is correct and that you are following the proper procedures for changing contract details.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or help files related to contract management to understand the rules governing changes to contract fields.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP directly for assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: If applicable, use transaction codes like ME32K (Change Contract) to check the details of the contract and see if there are any restrictions or notes that explain the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to contracts in the system.
  Training and Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the contract management processes in SAP to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.