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Message type: E = Error
Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management
Message number: 554
Message text: The liability account &1 of performance obligation &2 won't be changed.
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FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN554
- The liability account &1 of performance obligation &2 won't be changed. ?The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN554 typically occurs in the context of contract management and performance obligations within the SAP system, particularly in the area of revenue recognition and contract accounting. This error indicates that there is an issue with changing the liability account associated with a specific performance obligation in a contract.
Cause:
The error can be caused by several factors, including:
- Configuration Issues: The liability account may not be correctly configured in the system for the specific performance obligation.
- Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the performance obligation or the contract itself.
- Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to make changes to the liability account.
- Business Rules: There may be business rules or validations in place that prevent changes to the liability account once certain conditions are met (e.g., if the performance obligation has already been fulfilled or if the contract is in a specific status).
- System Settings: The system settings for revenue recognition or contract management may not allow for changes to the liability account after certain transactions have been posted.
Solution:
To resolve the error, consider the following steps:
- Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the liability accounts in the contract management module. Ensure that the accounts are correctly set up for the performance obligations.
- Review Data: Verify the data associated with the performance obligation and the contract. Look for any inconsistencies or errors that may be causing the issue.
- User Authorization: Ensure that the user attempting to make the change has the necessary authorizations to modify the liability account.
- Business Rules: Check if there are any business rules or validations that are preventing the change. If so, determine if these rules can be adjusted or if an exception can be made.
- Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
- Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
Related Information:
FARR
(for contract management) and FBL1N
(for vendor line items) that may help in troubleshooting.By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.
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