How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN765 - Non-distinct POB &1 cannot have event type CI and value relevant TRUE

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 765

• Message text: Non-distinct POB &1 cannot have event type CI and value relevant TRUE

Diagnosis

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

The non-distinct performance obligation cannot be defined as:
Event type: "CI"
Value relevant is TRUE
The system cannot calculate revenue correctly for this type of
non-distinct performance obligation.

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_MAIN765 - Non-distinct POB &1 cannot have event type CI and value relevant TRUE ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN765 indicates that there is an issue with a non-distinct Profitability Object (POB) in a contract that is trying to have an event type of "CI" (which typically stands for "Contract Item") while also being marked as "value relevant" (TRUE). This situation is not allowed in SAP's configuration for contract management.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Distinct POB: The error arises because the Profitability Object (POB) is defined as non-distinct, meaning it does not have unique identifiers for different instances. In this case, the system cannot differentiate between multiple instances of the same POB.
  Event Type CI: The event type "CI" is used for contract items that are expected to have value-related postings. If the POB is non-distinct, it cannot have value-related postings, leading to this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the contract settings or the way the POB is defined in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check POB Configuration: Review the configuration of the Profitability Object in the system. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that it is appropriate for the type of transactions you are processing.
  Change POB to Distinct: If possible, consider changing the POB from non-distinct to distinct. This will allow the system to handle multiple instances of the POB correctly and enable value-related postings.
  Review Event Type Settings: Ensure that the event type settings for the contract item are appropriate. If the POB is non-distinct, you may need to change the event type to one that is compatible with non-distinct POBs.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on configuring POBs and event types in your version of SAP.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Profitability Analysis (CO-PA): Understanding how POBs work in the context of profitability analysis can help in resolving this issue.
  Contract Management: Familiarity with contract management processes in SAP can provide insights into how event types and POBs interact.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your contract management processes function correctly within SAP.