How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN862 - You cannot set change type of perf. oblig. &3 to Contract Modification

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 862

• Message text: You cannot set change type of perf. oblig. &3 to Contract Modification

What causes this issue?

You cannot set the change type of performance obligation &v3& in period
&v2& of fiscal year &v1& to <ZK>Contract Modification</> if the
following conditions are met:
Period &v2& of fiscal year &v1& is not the latest period.
There is a change of type <ZK>Contract Modification</> in the period
later after period &v2&.

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

System Response

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_MAIN862 - You cannot set change type of perf. oblig. &3 to Contract Modification ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN862 indicates that there is an issue with changing the type of performance obligation in a contract to "Contract Modification." This error typically arises in the context of contract management within SAP, particularly in the area of contract accounting or revenue recognition.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Incorrect Status of the Performance Obligation: The performance obligation may not be in a status that allows for modification. For example, if the obligation is already completed or has been fully billed, it may not be eligible for a change in type.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the change of performance obligations under certain conditions.
  
  
  Business Rules: There may be specific business rules or validations in place that prevent the change of the performance obligation type based on the current state of the contract or the performance obligation.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the contract or performance obligation that prevent the change from being processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status: Verify the current status of the performance obligation. Ensure that it is in a state that allows for modification. If it is completed or fully billed, you may need to reverse or adjust the obligation before making changes.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to performance obligations and contract modifications. Ensure that the system is configured to allow the desired changes.
  
  
  Consult Business Rules: Check if there are any specific business rules or validations that are preventing the change. If necessary, adjust the rules to allow for the modification.
  
  
  Data Validation: Ensure that all related data is consistent and correct. Look for any discrepancies in the contract or performance obligation data that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Search for relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this specific error message.
  
  
  Testing: If changes are made to configuration or business rules, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues are introduced.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (Contract Accounting) and FAR1 (Performance Obligations) to navigate the contract management functionalities.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to contract management and performance obligations for best practices and guidelines.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage SAP support for further assistance.