How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN219 - Manual created perf. oblig. &1 cannot be marked as acquisition cost.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 219

• Message text: Manual created perf. oblig. &1 cannot be marked as acquisition cost.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN219 - Manual created perf. oblig. &1 cannot be marked as acquisition cost. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN219 indicates that a manually created performance obligation (perf. oblig.) cannot be marked as acquisition cost. This error typically arises in the context of contract accounting or asset management within SAP, particularly when dealing with performance obligations in the context of asset acquisition.
  Cause:
  
  Manual Creation: The performance obligation was created manually, and the system does not allow manual obligations to be marked as acquisition costs.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the marking of certain performance obligations as acquisition costs.
  Business Rules: The business rules defined in the system may not permit manual obligations to be treated as acquisition costs due to specific accounting practices or policies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review the Performance Obligation: Check the details of the manually created performance obligation to ensure it meets the criteria for being marked as acquisition costs.
  System Configuration: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to performance obligations and acquisition costs. Adjustments may be needed to allow manual obligations to be marked appropriately.
  Use Automatic Creation: If possible, consider using the automatic creation of performance obligations instead of manual creation, as these may be configured to allow marking as acquisition costs.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to performance obligations and acquisition costs for any specific guidelines or restrictions.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue or if it affects business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (for contract accounting) and AS01 (for asset creation) that may be involved in the process.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling performance obligations.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to mark the performance obligation has the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.