How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN734 - POB &1 cannot have invoice RAIs as it has simplified invoice flag.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 734

• Message text: POB &1 cannot have invoice RAIs as it has simplified invoice flag.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN734 - POB &1 cannot have invoice RAIs as it has simplified invoice flag. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN734 indicates that there is an issue with a contract in the SAP system related to the invoicing process. Specifically, the message states that the contract (identified by the placeholder &1) cannot have invoice RAIs (Revenue Accounting Items) because it has the "simplified invoice" flag set.
  Cause:
  
  Simplified Invoice Flag: The contract in question has been marked with a simplified invoice flag, which typically means that it is set up to handle invoicing in a simplified manner. This can restrict certain types of invoices or revenue accounting items from being processed against it.
  Incompatible Invoice Type: The system is trying to process an invoice type that is not compatible with contracts that have the simplified invoice flag enabled.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Contract Settings: Check the contract settings in the SAP system to confirm whether the simplified invoice flag is indeed set. If the contract should allow for standard invoicing, consider changing this flag.
  Adjust Invoice Type: If the contract is meant to use the simplified invoice process, ensure that the invoice being processed is compatible with this setup. You may need to adjust the invoice type or the way the invoice is being created.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or configuration guides related to revenue accounting and invoicing to understand the implications of the simplified invoice flag and how it affects contract processing.
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide insights specific to your system configuration and help troubleshoot the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context on handling contracts with simplified invoicing.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for revenue accounting and invoicing in your SAP system to ensure they align with your business processes.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to process the invoice has the necessary permissions to make changes to contracts and invoices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.