How To Fix FAR_POSTING_RULES012 - Simplify conditions for &1 and use "greater than or equal" instead of &2.


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: FAR_POSTING_RULES - AR Posting Rules

  • Message number: 012

  • Message text: Simplify conditions for &1 and use "greater than or equal" instead of &2.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAR_POSTING_RULES012 - Simplify conditions for &1 and use "greater than or equal" instead of &2. ?

    The SAP error message FAR_POSTING_RULES012 indicates that there is an issue with the posting rules defined in the system, specifically related to the conditions set for a particular asset or transaction. The message suggests that the conditions for the specified asset (represented by &1) are too complex and recommends simplifying them by using a "greater than or equal" condition instead of the current condition (represented by &2).

    Cause:

    1. Complex Conditions: The posting rules for the asset may have been defined with overly complex conditions that the system cannot process efficiently.
    2. Incompatible Operators: The use of certain operators in the conditions may not be supported or may lead to ambiguity in the rules.
    3. Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the asset accounting settings or in the posting rules that leads to this error.

    Solution:

    1. Review Posting Rules: Go to the configuration settings for asset accounting and review the posting rules associated with the asset in question. Look for the conditions that are currently set.
    2. Simplify Conditions: Modify the conditions to use "greater than or equal" (>=) instead of the current operator. This may involve changing the logic of how the conditions are defined.
    3. Test Changes: After making the changes, test the posting process again to ensure that the error is resolved and that the posting rules work as intended.
    4. Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on defining posting rules and the acceptable conditions.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OAYZ (for defining posting rules) or OAYR (for asset accounting configuration) to access the relevant settings.
    • SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to FAR_POSTING_RULES012 for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
    • Support: If the issue persists after making the recommended changes, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.

    By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your asset posting rules are correctly configured.

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