How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_UI266 - Changing composition type impossible;all selected rows must be perf.oblig

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_UI - Revenue Accounting - Contract UI

• Message number: 266

• Message text: Changing composition type impossible;all selected rows must be perf.oblig

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI266 - Changing composition type impossible;all selected rows must be perf.oblig ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI266 indicates that there is an issue with changing the composition type of a contract in the SAP system. Specifically, the error states that "Changing composition type impossible; all selected rows must be perf.oblig," which means that the system is preventing the change because not all selected rows meet the required conditions.
  Cause:
  
  
  Performance Obligation Status: The error typically arises when you are trying to change the composition type of a contract that includes items that do not have a status of "performance obligation." In SAP, performance obligations are commitments to deliver goods or services, and the system requires that all selected items must be in this status to allow changes to the composition type.
  
  
  Data Integrity Rules: SAP enforces data integrity rules to ensure that changes do not violate business logic or contractual obligations. If any of the selected rows are not marked as performance obligations, the system will block the change.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Selected Rows: Review the selected rows in the contract. Ensure that all items you are trying to change have the status of performance obligation. You may need to update the status of certain items before proceeding.
  
  
  Change Selection: If some rows cannot be changed to performance obligations, consider deselecting those rows and only changing the composition type for the rows that meet the criteria.
  
  
  Review Contract Details: Go through the contract details to ensure that all necessary conditions are met for the change. This may involve checking the contract's lifecycle status, associated performance obligations, and any dependencies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling performance obligations and composition types in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance based on your system configuration and business processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error is typically encountered in the SAP S/4HANA or SAP ERP systems, particularly in modules related to contract management and revenue recognition.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., FARR for contract management) that may help you navigate to the appropriate screens for troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.