How To Fix FARR_RAI627 - Performance obligation to be fulfilled could not be determined (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_RAI - Revenue Accounting Item

• Message number: 627

• Message text: Performance obligation to be fulfilled could not be determined (&1)

What causes this issue?

The performance obligation that should be fulfilled could not be
determined for revenue accounting item &V1& &V2&, accounting principle
&V3&.

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?

Check if the order item has already been processed successfully. Order
items have to be processed before fulfillment and invoice items.

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_RAI627 - Performance obligation to be fulfilled could not be determined (&1) ?

  The SAP error message FARR_RAI627 indicates that the system is unable to determine the performance obligation that needs to be fulfilled for a specific transaction. This error typically arises in the context of revenue recognition and accounting, particularly when dealing with contracts that involve multiple performance obligations.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: The performance obligation may not be properly defined in the system, or there may be missing data related to the contract or transaction.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for revenue recognition or performance obligations may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Contract Changes: If there have been recent changes to the contract or performance obligations, the system may not have updated the relevant information.
  Incorrect Document Flow: The document flow may not be correctly established, leading to issues in determining the performance obligation.
  Custom Logic: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may interfere with the standard logic for determining performance obligations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Contract Data: Review the contract and ensure that all performance obligations are correctly defined and that all necessary data is present.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for revenue recognition and performance obligations in the SAP system. Ensure that they align with the business requirements.
  Update Document Flow: Ensure that the document flow is correctly established and that all related documents are properly linked.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use transaction codes like FARR or FARR1 to run consistency checks on the performance obligations and contracts.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on configuration and setup.
  Debugging: If you have access to development tools, consider debugging the process to identify where the logic fails in determining the performance obligation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error is typically related to the SAP Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) module.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes such as FARR (Revenue Accounting) and FARR1 (Performance Obligation Management) for managing performance obligations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation and guides on revenue recognition and performance obligations for detailed information on setup and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.