How To Fix FARR_MSG_CUSTOM040 - It's not possible to create manual Performance Obligations

FARR_MSG_CUSTOM040 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_MSG_CUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Revenue Accounting

• Message number: 040

• Message text: It's not possible to create manual Performance Obligations

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_MSG_CUSTOM040 - It's not possible to create manual Performance Obligations ?

  The SAP error message FARR_MSG_CUSTOM040 indicates that the system is unable to create manual Performance Obligations. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) module, which is used for managing revenue recognition in compliance with accounting standards such as IFRS 15 and ASC 606.
  Causes:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to allow the creation of manual Performance Obligations. This could be due to missing settings in the RAR configuration.
  Authorization Problems: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create manual Performance Obligations.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the related documents or contracts that prevent the creation of Performance Obligations.
  Business Rules: Certain business rules or conditions may be preventing the creation of manual Performance Obligations, such as the status of the contract or the type of transaction.
  System Limitations: There may be limitations in the version of SAP