How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_UI272 - Combining perf.oblig. impossible; contract contains errors

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_UI - Revenue Accounting - Contract UI

• Message number: 272

• Message text: Combining perf.oblig. impossible; contract contains errors

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI272 - Combining perf.oblig. impossible; contract contains errors ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI272 with the description "Combining performance obligations impossible; contract contains errors" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) module. This error indicates that there are issues with the contract that prevent the system from combining performance obligations as expected.
  Causes:
  
  Contract Errors: The contract may have missing or incorrect data, such as invalid dates, missing mandatory fields, or incorrect status.
  Performance Obligation Issues: There may be inconsistencies or conflicts in the performance obligations defined in the contract.
  Configuration Issues: The system configuration for revenue recognition or performance obligations may not be set up correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the underlying data, such as customer master data or product master data.
  Incomplete Contract: The contract may not be fully processed or may be in a status that does not allow for combining performance obligations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Contract Details: Review the contract for any missing or incorrect information. Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out correctly.
  Validate Performance Obligations: Check the performance obligations associated with the contract. Ensure that they are correctly defined and do not conflict with each other.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings for revenue recognition and performance obligations are correctly set up in the system.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a consistency check on the related master data (customer, product) to ensure there are no discrepancies.
  Contract Status: Ensure that the contract is in a valid status that allows for the combination of performance obligations. If necessary, change the status of the contract.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs or detailed error messages in the system for more specific information about what might be causing the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for Revenue Accounting and Reporting for detailed information on contracts and performance obligations.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issues causing the error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI272.