How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_UI236 - Performance obligations cannot be moved to the same contract

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_UI - Revenue Accounting - Contract UI

• Message number: 236

• Message text: Performance obligations cannot be moved to the same contract

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI236 - Performance obligations cannot be moved to the same contract ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI236 indicates that there is an issue with moving performance obligations within contracts in the SAP system, specifically in the context of contract management and revenue recognition. This error typically arises when you attempt to move performance obligations that are already associated with a contract to another contract, but the system prevents this action due to certain constraints.
  Cause:
  
  Contract Restrictions: The performance obligations may be tied to specific contracts that have restrictions on moving them to another contract.
  Legal or Compliance Issues: There may be legal or compliance reasons that prevent the movement of performance obligations between contracts.
  Configuration Settings: The system configuration may not allow for the movement of performance obligations due to settings in the contract management module.
  Status of Performance Obligations: The status of the performance obligations may not allow for them to be moved (e.g., if they are already fulfilled or in a closed state).
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Contract Settings: Check the settings of the contracts involved to ensure that they allow for the movement of performance obligations. This may involve reviewing the contract type and its associated rules.
  Check Performance Obligation Status: Ensure that the performance obligations you are trying to move are in a status that allows for movement. If they are completed or closed, you may need to take additional steps to reopen or adjust them.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing performance obligations and contracts.
  System Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings in the SAP system related to contract management and performance obligations. You may need to adjust these settings to allow for the desired actions.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide updates and patches that could resolve the issue.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to contract management and performance obligations, such as FARR (for contract management).
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to move the performance obligations has the necessary permissions to perform this action.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the issue related to the error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI236.