How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN767 - Linked POB &1 has been soft-deleted. The leading POB was &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 767

• Message text: Linked POB &1 has been soft-deleted. The leading POB was &2.

What causes this issue?

Linked POBs are deleted, if the corresponding BRF+ settings in table
DT_PROCESS_POB_ADD are removed.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

If the linked POB was not supposed to be deleted, please check the BRF+
settings in table DT_PROCESS_POB_ADD for the former leading POB.

Procedure for System Administrators

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_MAIN767 - Linked POB &1 has been soft-deleted. The leading POB was &2. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN767 indicates that a linked Purchase Order (POB) has been soft-deleted, which means that it is no longer active in the system but still exists in a soft-deleted state. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when a contract or purchase order is no longer needed but has not been permanently deleted from the database.
  Cause:
  
  Soft Deletion: The linked Purchase Order (POB) has been marked for soft deletion, which means it is not available for processing but still exists in the database.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data where the leading Purchase Order (POB) is still active, but the linked one has been soft-deleted.
  User Actions: A user may have inadvertently soft-deleted the linked POB while trying to clean up or manage contracts and purchase orders.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Linked POB: Verify the status of the linked Purchase Order in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., ME23N for display of purchase orders) and checking if the POB is indeed soft-deleted.
  
  
  Restore the Soft-Deleted POB: If the linked POB is needed, you may need to restore it. This typically involves using a transaction code or a specific process defined by your organization to reactivate soft-deleted records.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support or Your SAP Administrator: If you are unsure how to proceed or if the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or administrator. They can provide guidance on how to handle soft-deleted records and ensure data integrity.
  
  
  Review Business Processes: If this issue occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the business processes related to contract and purchase order management to prevent future occurrences.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME22N (Change Purchase Order), and others that may help in managing purchase orders.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to contract management and purchase order processing to understand how soft deletions are handled in your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and restore functionality to your contract and purchase order processes.