How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN714 - Acct. determ. error while processing invoice; cond. type &1, perf. ob. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 714

• Message text: Acct. determ. error while processing invoice; cond. type &1, perf. ob. &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN714 - Acct. determ. error while processing invoice; cond. type &1, perf. ob. &2 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN714 indicates an account determination error while processing an invoice related to a condition type and performance obligation. This error typically arises in the context of contract accounting or revenue recognition processes, particularly when dealing with billing documents or invoices in SAP.
  Cause of the Error:
  
  Missing Account Determination: The system cannot find the appropriate account determination for the specified condition type. This can happen if the configuration for account determination is incomplete or incorrect.
  Incorrect Condition Type: The condition type specified in the error message may not be set up correctly in the system or may not be relevant for the transaction being processed.
  Performance Obligation Issues: The performance obligation referenced may not be correctly defined or linked to the relevant account determination settings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the revenue recognition or contract accounting settings in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Account Determination Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBYC to check the account determination settings for the relevant condition type.
  Ensure that the condition type is correctly mapped to the appropriate G/L accounts.
  
  
  
  Review Condition Type Settings:
  
  Use transaction code V/06 to review the settings for the condition type mentioned in the error message.
  Ensure that the condition type is active and properly configured for the relevant pricing procedure.
  
  
  
  Verify Performance Obligation:
  
  Check the performance obligation associated with the invoice. Ensure that it is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate revenue accounts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to account determination and revenue recognition to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Data:
  
  If possible, try processing the invoice with different data to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is data-specific.
  
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through configuration checks, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OBYC (for account determination), V/06 (for condition types), and FBL1N (for vendor line items) to help diagnose the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on resolving this error.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.