How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN279 - Change type of POB &1 fiscal year &2 period &3 already exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 279

• Message text: Change type of POB &1 fiscal year &2 period &3 already exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN279 - Change type of POB &1 fiscal year &2 period &3 already exists ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN279 indicates that there is an issue with changing the type of a POB (Profitability Object) in a specific fiscal year and period. This error typically arises in the context of contract accounting or asset accounting when there is an attempt to modify a Profitability Object that has already been defined for a particular fiscal year and period.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because:
  
  The system has detected that a change type for the specified Profitability Object (POB) already exists for the given fiscal year and period.
  This could happen if there are existing entries or transactions that have already been processed for that POB in the specified period, preventing further changes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Entries: 
  
  Review the existing entries for the specified POB in the given fiscal year and period. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction codes (e.g., FARR, AW01N) to see if there are any existing records that might be causing the conflict.
  
  
  
  Verify Change Type:
  
  Ensure that the change type you are trying to apply is appropriate and does not conflict with existing entries. If the change type is not necessary, consider whether you can proceed without making the change.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to contract accounting or asset accounting to understand the implications of changing a POB and the restrictions that may apply.
  
  
  
  Use Different Period:
  
  If possible, consider making the change in a different fiscal year or period where there are no existing entries for that POB.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or any known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (Contract Accounting) and AW01N (Asset Explorer) to navigate and check the status of POBs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional context or solutions.
  System Configuration: Ensure that your system configuration aligns with best practices for managing POBs and fiscal periods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.