How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_UI256 - Select a compound performance obligation to split

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_UI - Revenue Accounting - Contract UI

• Message number: 256

• Message text: Select a compound performance obligation to split

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI256 - Select a compound performance obligation to split ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI256 with the description "Select a compound performance obligation to split" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) module. This error indicates that the system expects you to select a specific compound performance obligation before proceeding with a split operation.
  Cause:
  
  No Selection Made: The user has not selected any compound performance obligation in the user interface before attempting to perform a split.
  Incorrect Context: The operation being performed is not applicable to the current selection or context.
  User Permissions: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or select the required performance obligations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select a Compound Performance Obligation:
  
  Navigate to the relevant screen where you are trying to split the performance obligation.
  Ensure that you select a valid compound performance obligation from the list provided in the UI.
  If the list is empty, check if there are any existing performance obligations that can be selected.
  
  
  
  Check for Filters:
  
  Ensure that any filters applied in the UI are not excluding the compound performance obligations you need to select.
  
  
  
  Review User Permissions:
  
  Verify that your user role has the necessary permissions to access and manipulate performance obligations in the RAR module.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on how to properly select and split performance obligations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Performance Obligations: In the context of revenue recognition, a performance obligation is a promise in a contract to transfer a good or service to a customer. Compound performance obligations are those that consist of multiple distinct goods or services.
  SAP RAR Module: This module is designed to help organizations comply with revenue recognition standards (like ASC 606 and IFRS 15) by managing contracts and performance obligations effectively.
  User Interface Navigation: Familiarize yourself with the navigation and functionalities of the SAP RAR user interface to avoid common pitfalls.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your task in SAP.