How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN835 - The asset account &1 of perf. oblig. &2 won't be changed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 835

• Message text: The asset account &1 of perf. oblig. &2 won't be changed.

What causes this issue?

The asset account &v1& of performance obligation &v2& cannot be changed
because performance obligation &v2& has been posted into FI/CO-PA.
The change request may come from the following scenarios:
You change the contract from which performance obligation &v2& comes.
You change the account determination rules.
You reprocess the contract from which performance obligation &v2& comes.

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

System Response

The system keeps the asset account unchanged.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN835 - The asset account &1 of perf. oblig. &2 won't be changed. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN835 typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when there is an attempt to change the asset account associated with a performance obligation (perf. oblig.) in a contract. This error indicates that the system is unable to change the asset account for the specified performance obligation due to certain constraints or conditions.
  Cause:
  
  Locked or Inactive Asset Account: The asset account specified may be locked or inactive, preventing any changes.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, which can restrict changes to financial data.
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the asset accounting module that prevent changes to the asset account.
  Dependencies on Other Transactions: The performance obligation may be linked to other transactions or documents that restrict changes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the asset account.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Asset Account Status: Verify if the asset account is active and not locked. You can do this by navigating to the asset master data and checking the status.
  Open Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period is open for the transactions you are trying to modify. You can check this in the period control settings.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to see if there are any restrictions on changing asset accounts.
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependencies or linked transactions that might be preventing the change. This may involve reviewing related documents or contracts.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the asset account. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or AS03 (Display Asset) to check asset details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for Asset Accounting to understand the implications of changing asset accounts and the related processes.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.