How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN603 - Perf. oblig. &1 and &2 have different statuses of Suspend Revenue Posting

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 603

• Message text: Perf. oblig. &1 and &2 have different statuses of Suspend Revenue Posting

What causes this issue?

Performance obligation &V2& is the compound performance obligation of
non-distinct performance obligation &V1&. These two performance
obligations must have the same status of "Suspend Revenue Posting".
However, you have attempted to assign different values for them.

System Response

The system prevents the change from being made to the performance
obligations.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that the non-distinct performance obligation and its compound
performance obligation use the same value for the "Suspend Revenue
Posting" status.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN603 - Perf. oblig. &1 and &2 have different statuses of Suspend Revenue Posting ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN603 indicates that there is a conflict in the revenue posting status between two performance obligations in a contract. Specifically, the error states that the performance obligations identified by &1 and &2 have different statuses regarding the suspension of revenue posting. This typically occurs in the context of revenue recognition in SAP, particularly when using the SAP Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) module.
  Cause:
  
  Different Statuses: The two performance obligations referenced in the error message have different settings for revenue posting. One may be set to allow revenue posting while the other is set to suspend it.
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration of the performance obligations or the contract itself.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual errors during the creation or modification of performance obligations can lead to mismatched statuses.
  Contract Changes: Changes made to the contract or performance obligations after they were initially set up can lead to discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Performance Obligations: Review the statuses of the performance obligations mentioned in the error message. Ensure that both obligations have the same revenue posting status.
  Adjust Settings: If one performance obligation is set to suspend revenue posting and the other is not, you will need to adjust the settings to ensure they match. This can typically be done in the contract management or revenue recognition settings.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for revenue recognition and performance obligations to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing performance obligations and their statuses.
  Test Changes: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them to the production system to ensure that the issue is resolved without introducing new problems.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR for revenue accounting and reporting, which may help in navigating the system to find the performance obligations.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to view and modify performance obligations and contracts in SAP.
  Training: Consider training or resources on SAP RAR to better understand how performance obligations and revenue recognition work within the system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Revenue Accounting and Reporting.