How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN265 - Fulfillment type of POB &1 for acquisi. cost cannot be event-based.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 265

• Message text: Fulfillment type of POB &1 for acquisi. cost cannot be event-based.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN265 - Fulfillment type of POB &1 for acquisi. cost cannot be event-based. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN265 typically occurs in the context of contract management, particularly when dealing with the fulfillment types for Purchase Order (POB) and acquisition costs. This error indicates that the fulfillment type specified for the acquisition cost cannot be event-based.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Fulfillment Type: The fulfillment type for the acquisition cost is set to an event-based type, which is not allowed for the specific contract or transaction you are trying to process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that do not align with the requirements for the contract or the type of acquisition cost being processed.
  Data Entry Errors: There might be incorrect data entries in the contract or related documents that lead to this inconsistency.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Fulfillment Type:
  
  Review the fulfillment type assigned to the acquisition cost in the contract. Ensure that it is set to a type that is compatible with the event-based processing.
  If the fulfillment type is incorrectly set, change it to a non-event-based type that is appropriate for your scenario.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for contract management and acquisition costs are correctly configured.
  Verify that the system settings allow for the type of fulfillment you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entries:
  
  Go through the contract and related documents to ensure that all entries are correct and consistent with the expected values.
  Make any necessary corrections to the data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on fulfillment types and acquisition costs to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to contract management (e.g., ME31K for creating contracts, ME32K for changing contracts).
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to contracts and fulfillment types.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.