How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_UI203 - Search is not permitted; save or cancel first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_UI - Revenue Accounting - Contract UI

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Search is not permitted; save or cancel first

What causes this issue?

You have a cut or paste operation pending. You cannot perform search
until you save or cancel your changes.

System Response

Search is not permitted.

How to fix this error?

If,,Then do either of the following
You have performed a "cut" operation to select certain performance
obligations for a move, but you have not performed a "paste" operation
to commit the move.,,- Cancel the operation
,,- Perform a "paste" operation and save the change
You have performed a "cut" operation and a "paste" operation to move
certain performance obligations, but you have not saved or canceled the
change.,,- Save the change
,,- Cancel the change

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI203 - Search is not permitted; save or cancel first ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI203 ("Search is not permitted; save or cancel first") typically occurs in the context of the SAP Contract Management module, particularly when working with contracts in the system. This error indicates that the user is trying to perform a search operation while there are unsaved changes in the current session.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You have made changes to a contract or related data in the UI but have not saved those changes.
  You attempt to execute a search or navigate away from the current screen without saving or canceling the changes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take one of the following actions:
  
  
  Save Changes: If you want to keep the changes you made, click the "Save" button to save the current contract or data. After saving, you should be able to perform the search without encountering the error.
  
  
  Cancel Changes: If you do not want to keep the changes, you can click the "Cancel" button. This will discard any unsaved changes and allow you to perform the search.
  
  
  Check for Required Fields: Ensure that all required fields are filled out before saving. Sometimes, the system may not allow you to save if mandatory fields are missing.
  
  
  Refresh the Screen: If you believe the error is a glitch, try refreshing the screen or logging out and back into the system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to save or modify contracts in the SAP system.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to contract management, such as FARR for contract management.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes or updates related to this error message, as there may be patches or updates that address specific issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for more detailed guidance on contract management processes.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.