How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN356 - The invoiced quantity is larger than the quantity on perf. oblig. &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 356

• Message text: The invoiced quantity is larger than the quantity on perf. oblig. &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN356 - The invoiced quantity is larger than the quantity on perf. oblig. &1 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN356 indicates that the invoiced quantity exceeds the quantity specified in the performance obligation for a contract. This typically occurs in the context of contract management and billing processes, particularly in SAP's Flexible Real Estate Management (RE-FX) or similar modules.
  Cause:
  
  
  Invoiced Quantity Exceeds Performance Obligation: The primary cause of this error is that the quantity being invoiced is greater than what has been agreed upon in the performance obligation. This can happen due to:
  
  Data entry errors when creating the invoice.
  Changes in the contract terms that were not reflected in the performance obligation.
  Incorrectly configured contract settings or performance obligations.
  
  
  
  Contractual Limitations: The contract may have specific limitations on the quantities that can be invoiced, and the current invoice exceeds these limits.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review the Invoice: Check the details of the invoice being processed. Ensure that the invoiced quantity is correct and matches the expected quantity based on the performance obligation.
  
  
  Check Performance Obligation: 
  
  Navigate to the performance obligation associated with the contract and verify the quantities defined there.
  Ensure that the performance obligation has been updated to reflect any changes in the contract or service delivery.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Invoice: If the invoiced quantity is indeed incorrect, adjust the invoice to reflect the correct quantity that is within the limits of the performance obligation.
  
  
  Contract Review: If necessary, review the contract terms to ensure that they align with the invoiced quantities. If there have been changes to the contract that are not reflected in the performance obligation, update the performance obligation accordingly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling performance obligations and invoicing in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR for contract management, FBL1N for vendor line items, or FB60 for invoice entry.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in contract management and invoicing are adequately trained on the processes and understand the implications of performance obligations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your invoicing process aligns with the contractual agreements in place.