How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN309 - Inv. Distri. Error on Contract &1: POB &2 cannot have invoice distributed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 309

• Message text: Inv. Distri. Error on Contract &1: POB &2 cannot have invoice distributed

What causes this issue?

The invoice distribution BAdI is implemented that POB with 0 allocated
price got distributed invoice amount.
This is not correct as such POB will not recognize revenue and shall not
have any distributed invoice amount to make sure it has zero balance on
deferred revenue/unbilled receivable or contract asset/liability.

System Response

System will stop perform invoice distribution and transfer revenue

How to fix this error?

Correct your BAdI implementation on FARR_DISTRIBUTE_INVOICE.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN309 - Inv. Distri. Error on Contract &1: POB &2 cannot have invoice distributed ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN309 typically occurs in the context of contract management and invoicing within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with contracts and their associated purchase order (PO) or billing documents. The error message indicates that there is an issue with the distribution of an invoice related to a specific contract and purchase order.
  Cause:
  The error message can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  Contract and Purchase Order Mismatch: The purchase order (PO) referenced in the contract may not be correctly linked or may not allow for invoice distribution.
  Invoice Distribution Rules: The configuration settings for invoice distribution may not permit the distribution of invoices for the specified contract or PO.
  Contract Status: The contract may be in a status that does not allow for invoice processing (e.g., it may be closed or inactive).
  Missing or Incorrect Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the contract or PO that prevents the system from processing the invoice correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the invoice distribution for the specified contract.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Contract and PO Linkage: Verify that the contract is correctly linked to the purchase order. Ensure that the PO is valid and active.
  Review Invoice Distribution Settings: Check the configuration settings for invoice distribution in the SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for the distribution of invoices for the specified contract and PO.
  Verify Contract Status: Ensure that the contract is in an appropriate status for invoice processing. If the contract is closed or inactive, you may need to reactivate it or create a new contract.
  Correct Data Issues: Review the contract and PO for any missing or incorrect data. Make sure all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to perform the invoice distribution has the necessary authorizations to do so.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details related to the error message and its resolution.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME31K (Create Contract), or FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to review the relevant documents.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.