How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN336 - Performance obligation is pending but contract &1 is not pending.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 336

• Message text: Performance obligation is pending but contract &1 is not pending.

What causes this issue?

Performance obligation &v2& is pending for conflicts but contract &v1&
is not pending for conflicts.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please contact your technical support.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN336 - Performance obligation is pending but contract &1 is not pending. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN336 indicates that there is a performance obligation that is pending, but the associated contract is not in a pending state. This typically occurs in the context of contract management and revenue recognition processes within SAP, particularly in the SAP S/4HANA environment.
  Cause:
  
  Contract Status: The contract associated with the performance obligation may be in a status that does not allow for the processing of the performance obligation. For example, the contract might be completed, closed, or in a status that does not permit further changes.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the performance obligation and the contract, such as missing or incorrect entries.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the system that affect how contracts and performance obligations are managed.
  Timing Issues: The timing of the updates to the contract and performance obligation may not align, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Status: Review the status of the contract associated with the performance obligation. Ensure that it is in a status that allows for processing (e.g., "Pending" or "Active").
  Review Performance Obligation: Check the details of the performance obligation to ensure that it is correctly linked to the appropriate contract and that all necessary data is complete.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to identify any discrepancies between the contract and performance obligation. This may involve reviewing related documents and entries in the system.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to contract management and performance obligations. Ensure that the system is configured correctly to handle these processes.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context to help them diagnose the problem.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (for contract management) and FSP0 (for performance obligations) to navigate the system effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates and patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to access and modify contracts and performance obligations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.