How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN812 - Unit-distinct cannot be marked for for Perc-of-completion perf. oblig. &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 812

• Message text: Unit-distinct cannot be marked for for Perc-of-completion perf. oblig. &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN812 - Unit-distinct cannot be marked for for Perc-of-completion perf. oblig. &1 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN812 indicates that there is an issue with marking a unit-distinct item for a percentage-of-completion (PoC) performance obligation in a contract. This typically occurs in the context of revenue recognition and contract management within SAP, particularly when dealing with contracts that involve performance obligations that are recognized over time.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Unit Distinct Items: The item in question is marked as unit-distinct, which means it is treated as a separate performance obligation. However, unit-distinct items cannot be recognized using the percentage-of-completion method.
  Contract Configuration: The contract may not be configured correctly to allow for percentage-of-completion accounting for the specific item.
  Item Category: The item category may not support percentage-of-completion accounting.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the contract or the items, such as missing or incorrect settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review Item Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the item in the contract. Ensure that it is not marked as unit-distinct if you intend to use percentage-of-completion accounting.
  If the item should be treated as a performance obligation under PoC, consider changing its classification.
  
  
  
  Contract Settings:
  
  Review the contract settings to ensure that they are compatible with percentage-of-completion accounting. This includes checking the revenue recognition method and ensuring it aligns with the requirements for PoC.
  
  
  
  Item Category Settings:
  
  Verify the item category settings in the system. Ensure that the item category allows for percentage-of-completion accounting.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Check for any inconsistencies in the data related to the contract and the items. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that there are no missing entries.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring contracts and performance obligations.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific configuration and requirements.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Training and Documentation: Review SAP training materials or documentation related to revenue recognition and contract management to better understand the implications of unit-distinct items and percentage-of-completion accounting.
  Community Forums: Engage with 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.