How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN263 - SSP percentage of POB &1 is &2 but cannot be negative or exceed 100

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 263

• Message text: SSP percentage of POB &1 is &2 but cannot be negative or exceed 100

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN263 - SSP percentage of POB &1 is &2 but cannot be negative or exceed 100 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN263 indicates that there is an issue with the percentage of the Percentage of Business (POB) for a specific contract. The error states that the percentage value is either negative or exceeds 100%, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Input: The percentage value for the POB has been entered incorrectly, either as a negative number or as a value greater than 100%.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during data entry, leading to incorrect values being saved in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the contract or the related settings in the SAP system.
  Calculation Errors: If the percentage is derived from other calculations, there may be an error in those calculations leading to an invalid percentage.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the input values for the POB and ensure that they are within the valid range (0% to 100%).
  Correct Data Entry: If a mistake was made during data entry, correct the percentage value to a valid number.
  Review Contract Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the contract to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Validate Calculations: If the percentage is calculated based on other fields, verify those calculations to ensure they are producing valid results.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on handling contract percentages.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FARR (for contract management) to access and modify the relevant contract data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to contract data in the SAP system.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them to the production system to avoid further issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.