How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN502 - Fulfillment date of perf. oblig. &1 is earlier than the creation date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 502

• Message text: Fulfillment date of perf. oblig. &1 is earlier than the creation date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN502 - Fulfillment date of perf. oblig. &1 is earlier than the creation date ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN502 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the fulfillment date of a performance obligation and the creation date of that obligation. Specifically, it means that the fulfillment date is set to a date that is earlier than the date when the obligation was created, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The fulfillment date may have been entered incorrectly, either manually or through a data import.
  System Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system that is causing the dates to be misaligned.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the dates may not have been transferred correctly.
  Business Process Changes: Changes in business processes or policies may not have been reflected in the system, leading to date conflicts.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the fulfillment date and the creation date of the performance obligation. Ensure that the fulfillment date is set to a date that is equal to or later than the creation date.
  Correct the Fulfillment Date: If the fulfillment date is incorrect, update it to a valid date that meets the requirement.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that there are no rules or settings that might be causing this issue.
  Data Validation: If data was migrated, validate the data to ensure that all dates are correct and consistent.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling performance obligations and their dates.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FARR (for contract management) to access the relevant data and make necessary changes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to performance obligations and their dates.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.