How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN194 - Not all revenues can be suspended.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 194

• Message text: Not all revenues can be suspended.

What causes this issue?

When you set the flag "Suspend Revenue Posting", there are two possible
cases in which revenues are not suspended but transferred to FI-GL in
the next posting run:
The revenue posting entries are already generated.
The revenue posting entries are not generated, but the amount is split
in contract modification.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

System blocks generating revenue posting entries after you set the flag
"Suspend Revenue Posting." However, those revenue posting entries
generated before the flag is set will be transferred to FI by next
posting run.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN194 - Not all revenues can be suspended. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN194 indicates that not all revenues can be suspended for a specific contract. This error typically arises in the context of contract accounting, particularly when dealing with revenue recognition and contract management in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incomplete Data: There may be missing or incomplete data in the contract that prevents the system from processing the revenue suspension.
  Contract Status: The status of the contract may not allow for revenue suspension. For example, if the contract is already in a closed or completed status, the system may not permit changes.
  Revenue Recognition Rules: The revenue recognition rules set up in the system may not allow for the suspension of certain revenues based on the contract's terms.
  Dependencies on Other Transactions: There may be dependencies on other transactions or postings that need to be resolved before the revenue can be suspended.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Contract Data: Review the contract details to ensure that all necessary data is complete and accurate. Look for any missing fields or inconsistencies.
  Review Contract Status: Verify the status of the contract. If it is in a status that does not allow for revenue suspension, you may need to change the status or take appropriate actions to enable the suspension.
  Examine Revenue Recognition Settings: Check the revenue recognition settings for the contract. Ensure that the rules allow for the suspension of revenues as intended.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling revenue suspension for contracts.
  Transaction Dependencies: Investigate if there are any pending transactions or postings that need to be addressed before you can suspend the revenues.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (Contract Accounting) and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) that may help in analyzing the contract and its associated transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.