How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_UI288 - Operation not possible; perf. obligation &1 has been marked as deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_UI - Revenue Accounting - Contract UI

• Message number: 288

• Message text: Operation not possible; perf. obligation &1 has been marked as deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI288 - Operation not possible; perf. obligation &1 has been marked as deleted ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI288 indicates that an operation is not possible because a performance obligation (PO) associated with a contract has been marked as deleted. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's contract management and revenue recognition functionalities, particularly in the SAP S/4HANA or SAP ERP systems.
  Cause:
  
  
  Deleted Performance Obligation: The performance obligation referenced in the error message has been marked as deleted in the system. This could happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Manual deletion by a user.
  A process that automatically marks obligations as deleted based on certain criteria.
  Data inconsistencies or errors during data migration or updates.
  
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: The system may have inconsistent data where the contract is still trying to reference a performance obligation that no longer exists.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Performance Obligation Status:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or report where you can view performance obligations (e.g., using transaction code FARR).
  Check the status of the performance obligation in question. If it is marked as deleted, you may need to investigate why it was deleted.
  
  
  
  Restore or Recreate the Obligation:
  
  If the deletion was a mistake, you may need to restore the performance obligation if possible. This might involve reversing the deletion or recreating the obligation based on the original contract terms.
  
  
  
  Update Contract:
  
  If the performance obligation is no longer needed, you may need to update the contract to remove references to the deleted obligation. This could involve adjusting the contract terms or creating new obligations as necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to performance obligations and contract management for any specific guidelines or procedures that may apply to your situation.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unsure how to proceed, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (Contract Management) and FAR1 (Performance Obligation Management).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to perform the operation has the necessary permissions to view and modify performance obligations and contracts.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the issue related to the error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI288.