How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN844 - The fulfillment type &1 of POB &2 cannot be changed to &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 844

• Message text: The fulfillment type &1 of POB &2 cannot be changed to &3.

What causes this issue?

If fulfillment has already happened, the system checks the following:
(1) Fulfillment type of the performance obligation can only be changed
between T (Time-Based) and O (Percentage of Completion).
(2) You cannot change E (Event-based) to other fulfillment type and you
cannot change other fulfillment type to E either.
(3) You cannot change the fulfillment type between T(Time-Based) with
start date type 3 (Is Always the Event Data) and O (Percentage of
Completion).

System Response

The system prevents the change to the performance obligation.

How to fix this error?

Specify a different fulfillment type.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN844 - The fulfillment type &1 of POB &2 cannot be changed to &3. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN844 typically occurs in the context of contract management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with Purchase Order (POB) fulfillment types. This error indicates that there is an attempt to change the fulfillment type of a Purchase Order (POB) that is not allowed due to certain constraints or conditions.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  Incompatible Fulfillment Types: The fulfillment type you are trying to change to is not compatible with the current state or configuration of the Purchase Order.
  Contractual Restrictions: There may be contractual agreements or conditions that prevent the change of the fulfillment type.
  System Configuration: The system may be configured in such a way that certain fulfillment types cannot be changed once they are set.
  Status of the POB: The current status of the Purchase Order may not allow for changes to be made (e.g., if it is already processed or completed).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  Check Compatibility: Verify that the fulfillment type you are trying to change to is compatible with the existing Purchase Order. Consult the documentation or configuration settings for the allowed fulfillment types.
  Review Contractual Terms: Look into the contractual terms associated with the Purchase Order to see if there are any restrictions on changing the fulfillment type.
  Status Check: Ensure that the Purchase Order is in a status that allows for changes. If it is completed or in a locked state, you may need to revert it to a previous status or create a new Purchase Order.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unable to determine the cause or find a solution, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for assistance. They may have additional insights or access to system logs that can help diagnose the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME22N (Change Purchase Order) or ME23N (Display Purchase Order) to review the details of the Purchase Order.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on contract management and fulfillment types to understand the implications of changing fulfillment types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.