How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_UI303 - POB &1 cannot be processed as its contract &2 is blocked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_UI - Revenue Accounting - Contract UI

• Message number: 303

• Message text: POB &1 cannot be processed as its contract &2 is blocked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI303 - POB &1 cannot be processed as its contract &2 is blocked ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI303 indicates that a specific Purchase Order (POB) cannot be processed because its associated contract is blocked. This error typically arises in the context of contract management within the SAP system, particularly in the area of Financial Accounting and Contract Management.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  
  Contract Blocked: The contract associated with the Purchase Order is blocked for processing. This could be due to various reasons such as:
  
  The contract is under review or approval.
  The contract has been marked as inactive or blocked by a user.
  There are outstanding issues or discrepancies related to the contract that need to be resolved.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to process the contract.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the processing of contracts under certain conditions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Contract Status:
  
  Navigate to the contract in question using transaction codes like ME33K (Display Contract) or ME32K (Change Contract).
  Verify if the contract is indeed blocked. If it is, check the reason for the block.
  
  
  
  Unblock the Contract:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can unblock the contract using transaction ME32K. Ensure that all necessary approvals are in place before unblocking.
  If you do not have the permissions, contact your SAP administrator or the person responsible for contract management in your organization to request unblocking.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Ensure that your user role has the necessary authorizations to process contracts. If not, request the appropriate access from your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Issues:
  
  Investigate if there are any outstanding issues related to the contract that need to be resolved before it can be processed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding contract management and processing in SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ME33K (Display Contract), ME32K (Change Contract), and ME31K (Create Contract).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Understand the user roles and authorizations required for contract processing in your organization.
  Training: Consider training sessions or resources on SAP contract management if you frequently encounter issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's official documentation for further assistance.