How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN188 - POB &1 cannot has non-acquisition cost Cond. type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 188

• Message text: POB &1 cannot has non-acquisition cost Cond. type &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN188 - POB &1 cannot has non-acquisition cost Cond. type &2 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN188 typically occurs in the context of contract management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with condition types related to acquisition costs. The message indicates that a specific condition type (in this case, &2) is not allowed for a particular type of contract or transaction (POB &1).
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  Incompatible Condition Type: The condition type being used (represented by &2) is not valid for the type of contract or transaction (POB &1) you are trying to process. This often happens when the system expects certain condition types to be associated with acquisition costs, but the specified condition type does not meet the criteria.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the use of certain condition types for specific contract types or scenarios.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a mistake in the data entry where an incorrect condition type is being applied to the contract.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Condition Type: Verify that the condition type you are trying to use is appropriate for the contract type. You may need to consult the documentation or configuration settings to understand which condition types are valid for your specific scenario.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings for condition types in the relevant module (e.g., SAP Contract Management). Ensure that the condition type is correctly configured to be used with the contract type in question.
  
  
  Adjust Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the condition type in the contract or transaction to one that is valid for the acquisition costs.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to contract management and condition types.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME31K (Create Contract), ME32K (Change Contract), and ME33K (Display Contract) to navigate through contract management effectively.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN188 for any specific fixes or updates that may address this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.