How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN513 - Fulfilled qty of simplified invoice perf. obl. &1 cannot exceed total qty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 513

• Message text: Fulfilled qty of simplified invoice perf. obl. &1 cannot exceed total qty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN513 - Fulfilled qty of simplified invoice perf. obl. &1 cannot exceed total qty ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN513 indicates that there is an issue with the fulfilled quantity of a simplified invoice performance obligation exceeding the total quantity that has been defined in the contract. This typically occurs in the context of contract management and invoicing within SAP, particularly when dealing with performance obligations in revenue recognition scenarios.
  Cause:
  
  Quantity Mismatch: The fulfilled quantity you are trying to enter for the simplified invoice exceeds the total quantity that was agreed upon in the contract.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been an error in entering the quantities either in the contract or in the invoice.
  Contract Modifications: If the contract has been modified (e.g., quantities changed), the system may not have updated the performance obligations correctly.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with how the system is configured to handle performance obligations and invoicing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Details: Review the contract associated with the invoice to ensure that the total quantity is correctly defined and that it matches the quantities you are trying to fulfill.
  Verify Fulfilled Quantities: Ensure that the quantities you are entering for the invoice do not exceed the total quantity specified in the contract.
  Adjust Invoice Data: If the quantities are incorrect, adjust the invoice data to reflect the correct fulfilled quantity that is within the limits of the contract.
  Review Performance Obligations: Check if there are any performance obligations that need to be updated or if there are any discrepancies in the performance obligation data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling performance obligations and invoicing.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as VA01 (Create Sales Order), VF01 (Create Billing Document), and FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display) to navigate through the contract and invoice processes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in contract management and invoicing are trained on the correct processes to minimize data entry errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your invoicing process aligns with the contract terms.