How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN233 - Alloc. BAdI: Field STATISTIC of CnTy &1 must be empty (POB &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 233

• Message text: Alloc. BAdI: Field STATISTIC of CnTy &1 must be empty (POB &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN233 - Alloc. BAdI: Field STATISTIC of CnTy &1 must be empty (POB &2) ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN233 indicates an issue related to the allocation of a contract in the SAP system, specifically concerning the field STATISTIC of a contract type (CnTy) that must be empty for a particular Purchase Order (POB). This error typically arises in the context of contract management and allocation processes in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system detects that the STATISTIC field for a specific contract type is not empty when it is expected to be. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Contract Type Configuration: The contract type may be configured incorrectly in the system, leading to unexpected values in the STATISTIC field.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors may have resulted in the STATISTIC field being populated when it should not be.
  Custom Enhancements: If there are custom enhancements or BadIs (Business Add-Ins) implemented, they may be incorrectly populating the STATISTIC field.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the contract type in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the settings for the STATISTIC field are correct and that it is set to be empty for the relevant contract type.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entries:
  
  Check the specific contract and associated Purchase Order (POB) for any incorrect data entries.
  If the STATISTIC field is populated, determine if it can be cleared or if it needs to be corrected.
  
  
  
  Analyze Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom enhancements or BadIs that might be affecting the STATISTIC field, review the code to ensure it is functioning as intended.
  If necessary, consult with your ABAP developer to debug and fix any issues in the custom code.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the contract allocation process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as ME31K (Create Contract), ME32K (Change Contract), or ME33K (Display Contract) to review and modify contract details.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider using the debugging tools in SAP to trace the execution flow and identify where the STATISTIC field is being populated incorrectly.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to contract management and allocation processes for further insights into the expected behavior of the STATISTIC field.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.