How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN667 - Perf. oblig. &1 is set to Completed even though you specified otherwise

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 667

• Message text: Perf. oblig. &1 is set to Completed even though you specified otherwise

What causes this issue?

You have updated the status of the performance obligation. However, the
system finds that the performance obligation meets the requirements to
be marked as completed.

System Response

The system changes the status to Completed to override your value.

How to fix this error?

This message informs you that the status has been set automatically.

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_MAIN667 - Perf. oblig. &1 is set to Completed even though you specified otherwise ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN667 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the status of a performance obligation and the status that was specified in the system. Specifically, it means that the performance obligation (Perf. oblig.) is set to "Completed," but the user has attempted to set it to a different status.
  Cause:
  
  Status Conflict: The performance obligation has already been marked as completed in the system, which prevents any further changes to its status.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error in data entry where the user attempted to change the status of a performance obligation that is already finalized.
  Business Logic: The business rules or logic defined in the system may not allow for changing the status of a completed performance obligation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Status: Verify the current status of the performance obligation in the system. If it is indeed marked as "Completed," you will not be able to change it.
  Review Business Process: Ensure that the business process allows for the status change you are attempting. If the obligation is completed, you may need to follow the proper procedures to handle completed obligations.
  Consult Documentation: Review the relevant SAP documentation or configuration settings to understand the rules governing performance obligations.
  Contact Support: If you believe this is an error or if you need to change the status for a valid reason, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional consultant who specializes in the area of contract management or performance obligations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help you navigate to the performance obligation details, such as FARR for contract management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message that may provide additional insights or patches.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to performance obligations, as restrictions may be in place based on user roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and understand the underlying issues related to the performance obligation status in SAP.