How To Fix FARR_PROCESS_CHECK084 - Compound group POB &1 cannot be a leading or linked POB

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_PROCESS_CHECK - Messages for Input Checks in Process Layer

• Message number: 084

• Message text: Compound group POB &1 cannot be a leading or linked POB

What causes this issue?

The system tried to create a compound group performance obligation that
was a leading or linked performance obligation. This is not supported.

System Response

The system prevented the creation of the performance obligation.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

Please contact SAP.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_PROCESS_CHECK084 - Compound group POB &1 cannot be a leading or linked POB ?

  The SAP error message FARR_PROCESS_CHECK084 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of a compound group in the context of the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. Specifically, it states that the specified compound group (in this case, POB &1) cannot be a leading or linked POB (Portfolio Object).
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The compound group (POB) you are trying to use is not set up correctly in the system. It may be defined as a leading or linked POB in a way that is not allowed by the system's configuration.
  
  
  Hierarchy Issues: The structure of the POBs may not be correctly defined. For example, a compound group may be incorrectly placed in the hierarchy of POBs.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the POBs, such as missing or incorrect entries in the configuration tables.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting and review the settings for the compound group in question.
  Ensure that the compound group is not incorrectly defined as a leading or linked POB.
  
  
  
  Review POB Hierarchy:
  
  Check the hierarchy of the POBs to ensure that the compound group is placed correctly.
  Make sure that the relationships between POBs are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Validate the data related to the POBs to ensure there are no inconsistencies.
  You may need to run reports or use transaction codes like AO90 (for Asset Accounting) to check for any issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to Asset Accounting and POB configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and hierarchy, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAOA (for defining POBs) and AO90 (for asset accounting).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FARR_PROCESS_CHECK084 for any known issues or fixes.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.