How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN249 - Alloc. BAdI: sum of allocation price &1 <> old sum &2 (contract &3)

FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN249 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 249

• Message text: Alloc. BAdI: sum of allocation price &1 <> old sum &2 (contract &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN249 - Alloc. BAdI: sum of allocation price &1 <> old sum &2 (contract &3) ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN249 indicates an issue related to the allocation price in a contract. Specifically, it states that the sum of the allocation price does not match the old sum for a given contract. This error typically arises in the context of contract management and allocation processes within SAP, particularly in the area of financial accounting and revenue recognition.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The allocation prices for the contract have been modified, but the system detects that the new sum does not match the previously stored sum. This could happen due to manual changes or updates in the allocation prices.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the allocation process or the related BAdI (Business Add-In) implementations.
  Concurrent Changes: If multiple users are trying to update the same contract simultaneously, it can lead to inconsistencies in the data.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, bugs in the SAP system or specific patches may lead