How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN310 - Inv. Distri. Error on Contract &1: POB &2 is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 310

• Message text: Inv. Distri. Error on Contract &1: POB &2 is missing

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN310 - Inv. Distri. Error on Contract &1: POB &2 is missing ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN310 typically indicates an issue related to the contract management module, specifically in the context of contract distribution. The message states that there is an "Invoice Distribution Error" on a contract, and it mentions that a specific "POB" (Purchase Order Block) is missing.
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Purchase Order Block (POB): The system expects a Purchase Order Block to be present for the contract, but it is missing. This could be due to incorrect configuration or data entry.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the contract data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant fields.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for contract management or invoice distribution may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the contract.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Data:
  
  Go to the contract in question and verify that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Ensure that the Purchase Order Block (POB) is correctly assigned to the contract.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for contract management and invoice distribution in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are in place.
  If you have access, review the customizing settings in transaction SPRO related to contract management.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run any relevant reports or transactions to check for data consistency in the contract and related documents.
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE16N to view the relevant tables and check for missing entries.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the contract. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to contract management and invoice distribution for any specific guidance on this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant transaction logs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME33K (Display Contract), ME31K (Create Contract), and ME32K (Change Contract) to manage contracts effectively.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to the error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN310 in the SAP Support Portal for any patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN310 in your SAP system.