How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_UI260 - Combining perf.oblig. impossible;perf.oblig. &1 is a leading perf.oblig.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_UI - Revenue Accounting - Contract UI

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Combining perf.oblig. impossible;perf.oblig. &1 is a leading perf.oblig.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI260 - Combining perf.oblig. impossible;perf.oblig. &1 is a leading perf.oblig. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI260 indicates that there is an issue with combining performance obligations in a contract. Specifically, the message states that combining performance obligations is impossible because the performance obligation referenced (denoted as &1) is a leading performance obligation. 
  Cause:
  
  Leading Performance Obligation: In SAP, a leading performance obligation is typically the primary obligation that must be fulfilled before any other obligations can be combined or processed. This error occurs when there is an attempt to combine a performance obligation that is designated as leading with other obligations that do not meet the criteria for combination.
  Contract Structure: The structure of the contract may not allow for the combination of certain performance obligations due to their status or the way they are defined in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that dictate how performance obligations can be combined, and these settings may not allow for the combination in the current scenario.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Performance Obligations: Check the performance obligations involved in the transaction. Identify which one is marked as the leading performance obligation and understand its role in the contract.
  Contract Analysis: Analyze the contract structure to ensure that the obligations you are trying to combine are compatible. You may need to adjust the obligations or the way they are defined.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on performance obligations and their combinations. This can provide insights into the rules governing these combinations.
  Configuration Check: If you have access, review the configuration settings related to performance obligations in the SAP system. Ensure that they are set up correctly to allow for the desired combinations.
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more specific guidance based on your system configuration and the details of the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide updates and patches that could resolve the issue.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to contract management and performance obligations, such as FARR (for contract management) and FAR1 (for performance obligation management).
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed. Other users may have encountered the same error and can share their solutions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI260.