How To Fix FARR_FOUNDATION032 - The change is not valid for contracts with liability posted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_FOUNDATION - Revenue Accounting - Foundation

• Message number: 032

• Message text: The change is not valid for contracts with liability posted.

What causes this issue?

The system allows you to calculate contract liabilities at contract
level and performance obligation level. If the calculation has not been
performed on a contract, you are able to switch between levels. But
when the calculation has been performed on a contract, you cannot change
contract liability posting level even if you change the setting.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION032 - The change is not valid for contracts with liability posted. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION032 typically occurs in the context of contract management within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with contracts that have already had liability postings. This error indicates that the system does not allow certain changes to be made to a contract once liabilities have been posted against it.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the contract in question has already had financial transactions (liabilities) recorded against it. In SAP, once a liability is posted, the contract is considered to be in a state where certain modifications are restricted to maintain data integrity and ensure accurate financial reporting.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Contract Status: Check the status of the contract to confirm if it has liabilities posted. You can do this by navigating to the contract in question and reviewing its transaction history.
  
  
  Identify Required Changes: Determine what changes you are trying to make to the contract. If these changes are critical, you may need to consider alternative approaches.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If the changes are necessary, consult with your finance or accounting team. They may have procedures in place for handling contracts with posted liabilities, such as creating a new contract or adjusting the existing one through a specific process.
  
  
  Use Change Documents: If applicable, use change documents or create a follow-up document that reflects the necessary changes without directly altering the original contract.
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings: In some cases, the error may be related to configuration settings in the SAP system. Consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to review the configuration related to contract management and liability postings.
  
  
  Documentation and Support: Refer to SAP documentation or support resources for additional guidance on handling contracts with posted liabilities. If necessary, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling contracts with liabilities.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (for contract management) and FBL1N (for vendor line items) to help navigate the system effectively.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to contracts, as restrictions may also be related to user roles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and determine the best course of action for managing the contract in question.