How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN847 - POB &1 is skipped when transfer schedule fulfill as allocated amount is 0

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 847

• Message text: POB &1 is skipped when transfer schedule fulfill as allocated amount is 0

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN847 - POB &1 is skipped when transfer schedule fulfill as allocated amount is 0 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN847 indicates that a specific Purchase Order (POB) is being skipped during the transfer schedule fulfillment process because the allocated amount is zero. This typically occurs in the context of contract management or financial accounting within SAP, particularly when dealing with contracts and their associated purchase orders.
  Cause:
  
  Zero Allocation: The primary cause of this error is that the allocated amount for the specified POB is zero. This means that there are no funds or quantities assigned to this particular purchase order, which prevents it from being processed.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the contract or the purchase order that leads to incorrect allocation amounts.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual errors during data entry can lead to incorrect amounts being allocated to the purchase order.
  Contract Status: The status of the contract or purchase order may not allow for fulfillment if it is inactive or has been closed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Allocation Amount: Review the allocation amounts for the specified POB. Ensure that the amounts are correctly set and that there is a valid allocation for the purchase order.
  Adjust Contract/Purchase Order: If the allocation is indeed zero and should not be, adjust the contract or purchase order to reflect the correct amounts.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to contract management and purchase orders to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Data Validation: Validate the data entered for the contract and purchase order to ensure there are no discrepancies or errors.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling contract and purchase order allocations.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME23N (Display Purchase Order), ME31K (Create Contract), and ME32K (Change Contract) to review and modify contracts and purchase orders.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and modify contracts and purchase orders, as restrictions may lead to incomplete data visibility.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.