How To Fix FARR_PROCESS_CHECK093 - Contract &1 has billing element but no standard POBs. This is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Contract &1 has billing element but no standard POBs. This is not allowed

What causes this issue?

The Revenue Accounting contract must have at least one standard
performance obligation in addition to a billing element.
A contract with only billing element performance obligation or with a
combination of billing element and acquisition cost performance
obligations is not supported.
If you want to delete a performance obligation: It is not possible to
delete all standard performance obligations of a contract with a billing
element performance obligation.

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?

If you want to create a contract, contact your system administrator.

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_PROCESS_CHECK093 - Contract &1 has billing element but no standard POBs. This is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message FARR_PROCESS_CHECK093 indicates that there is a contract (identified by the contract number &1) that has a billing element but does not have any standard Point of Billing (POB) associated with it. This situation is not allowed in the SAP system, as the billing process requires a valid POB to proceed.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Standard POBs: The contract has been created or modified without the necessary standard POBs being defined. Standard POBs are essential for billing processes in SAP.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the contract management or billing settings that prevent the assignment of standard POBs.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the contract, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Details: Review the contract details in the SAP system to ensure that the standard POBs are correctly defined. You can do this by navigating to the contract in the SAP GUI and checking the billing elements.
  Add Standard POBs: If the standard POBs are missing, you will need to add them. This can typically be done in the contract management section of SAP. Ensure that the POBs are correctly configured and linked to the billing elements.
  Review Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for contracts and billing elements are correctly set up.
  Data Consistency Check: Run data consistency checks to identify any discrepancies in the contract data. This may involve checking related tables and ensuring that all necessary entries are present.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing contracts and billing elements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like FARR (for contract management) or FBL1N (for vendor line items) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify contract details in the SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.