How To Fix PFM_01CA087 - Cannot release contract & since it is not balanced

PFM_01CA087 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFM_01CA - Generic messages for developments

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Cannot release contract & since it is not balanced

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFM_01CA087 - Cannot release contract & since it is not balanced ?

  The SAP error message PFM_01CA087 indicates that a contract cannot be released because it is not balanced. This typically occurs in the context of contract management within SAP, particularly when dealing with financial contracts or agreements.
  
  Cause:
  The error usually arises due to one or more of the following reasons:
  
  
  Unbalanced Amounts: The total amounts in the contract (e.g., commitments, payments, or other financial figures) do not match. This could be due to incorrect entries or missing data.
  
  
  Incomplete Data: Required fields or data entries may be missing, leading to an imbalance in the contract.
  
  
  Currency Issues: If the contract involves multiple currencies, discrepancies in currency conversion rates or amounts can lead to an imbalance.
  
  
  Posting Errors: Previous postings related to the contract may have been incorrectly entered, leading to discrepancies.
  
  
  Contract Modifications: Changes made to the contract after its initial creation may not have been properly reflected in the financial totals.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can