How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN241 - The contractual price of POB &1 without 'Negative value' must be positive

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 241

• Message text: The contractual price of POB &1 without 'Negative value' must be positive

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN241 - The contractual price of POB &1 without 'Negative value' must be positive ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN241 indicates that there is an issue with the contractual price of a Purchase Order (POB) in the context of a contract or agreement. Specifically, the error states that the contractual price must be positive unless it is explicitly allowed to be a negative value.
  Cause:
  
  Negative Contractual Price: The error typically arises when a contractual price is set to a negative value, which is not allowed unless the system is configured to accept negative values for specific scenarios.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been an error during data entry where a negative value was mistakenly entered.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration may not allow for negative values in certain contexts, leading to this error when such values are attempted to be saved.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contractual Price: Review the contractual price for the relevant Purchase Order or contract. Ensure that the price is set to a positive value.
  Correct Data Entry: If a negative value was entered by mistake, correct it to a positive value.
  Review Configuration: If negative values are required for specific business scenarios, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings and determine if adjustments can be made to allow for negative values where appropriate.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on handling contractual prices and any specific configurations that may be relevant to your organization.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract) or ME31K (Create Contract) to review or modify the contract details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling contractual pricing.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to contracts and pricing information.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further troubleshooting.