How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_UI063 - The negative qty. will reverse the manual fulfillment of perf. oblig. &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_UI - Revenue Accounting - Contract UI

• Message number: 063

• Message text: The negative qty. will reverse the manual fulfillment of perf. oblig. &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI063 - The negative qty. will reverse the manual fulfillment of perf. oblig. &1 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI063 typically occurs in the context of contract management and performance obligations within the SAP system, particularly in the area of revenue recognition and contract accounting. This error indicates that a negative quantity is being processed, which would reverse a manual fulfillment of a performance obligation.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A user attempts to enter a negative quantity for a performance obligation that has already been fulfilled manually.
  The system is designed to prevent the reversal of fulfilled obligations through negative entries, as this could lead to inconsistencies in revenue recognition and accounting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Performance Obligation: Check the status of the performance obligation you are trying to modify. Ensure that it is appropriate to enter a negative quantity.
  
  
  Adjust Fulfillment: If you need to reverse a fulfillment, you may need to do so through the appropriate transaction or process that allows for the reversal of the fulfillment rather than entering a negative quantity directly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines on handling performance obligations and revenue recognition. There may be specific procedures in place for managing these situations.
  
  
  Use Correct Transactions: Ensure you are using the correct transaction codes for adjusting performance obligations. For example, use the appropriate transaction for reversing or adjusting contract fulfillments.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Performance Obligations: Understand how performance obligations work in SAP, especially in the context of revenue recognition (IFRS 15/ASC 606).
  Contract Management: Familiarize yourself with the contract management module in SAP, including how to manage and fulfill contracts.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or specific fixes related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct processes for managing performance obligations to avoid similar errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and ensure proper handling of performance obligations in your SAP system.