How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN190 - Perf. Oblig. &1 for acquisition cost should prevent allocation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Perf. Oblig. &1 for acquisition cost should prevent allocation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN190 - Perf. Oblig. &1 for acquisition cost should prevent allocation ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN190 typically relates to the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module, specifically concerning the allocation of acquisition costs for assets. This error indicates that there is a performance obligation that should prevent the allocation of costs to the asset.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incomplete Configuration: The asset or the related contract may not be fully configured, leading to issues in how costs are allocated.
  Performance Obligations: There may be performance obligations associated with the asset that have not been fulfilled, which prevents the allocation of costs.
  Incorrect Master Data: The asset master data or the contract data may contain errors or inconsistencies.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Missing or Incorrect Allocation Rules: The allocation rules for the asset may not be set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Review the asset master data for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Review Performance Obligations: Check if there are any outstanding performance obligations that need to be fulfilled before costs can be allocated. This may involve reviewing contracts or agreements related to the asset.
  Configuration Review: Ensure that the configuration for Asset Accounting and related modules is complete and correct. This may involve checking settings in the Asset Accounting configuration.
  Posting Period: Verify that the posting period is open for the transaction you are trying to execute. If it is closed, you may need to open it or post in a different period.
  Allocation Rules: Review the allocation rules set up for the asset. Ensure that they are correctly defined and applicable to the current transaction.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or AS03 (Display Asset) to review and modify asset data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.