How To Fix FAR_POSTING_RULES021 - The option &1 was used multiple times for attribute &2 with same value.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAR_POSTING_RULES - AR Posting Rules

• Message number: 021

• Message text: The option &1 was used multiple times for attribute &2 with same value.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAR_POSTING_RULES021 - The option &1 was used multiple times for attribute &2 with same value. ?

  The SAP error message FAR_POSTING_RULES021 indicates that there is a problem with the configuration of posting rules in the Fixed Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. Specifically, it means that the same option has been used multiple times for a specific attribute with the same value, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  This error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The posting rules for fixed assets have been configured with duplicate entries for the same attribute and value combination.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an error in the configuration of the posting rules, where the same option is mistakenly assigned to the same attribute more than once.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in the configuration, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAR_POSTING_RULES021 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Posting Rules:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Fixed Asset Accounting.
  Check the posting rules defined for the relevant asset classes and ensure that there are no duplicate entries for the same attribute and value.
  
  
  
  Identify Duplicates:
  
  Look for the specific attribute mentioned in the error message and identify where the same option has been assigned multiple times.
  Remove or correct the duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If necessary, adjust the configuration to ensure that each attribute can only have unique options assigned to it.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the changes, test the posting process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on configuring posting rules in Fixed Asset Accounting.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OAOA (for Asset Accounting Configuration) or OABT (for Posting Rules) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on posting rules.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FAR_POSTING_RULES021 error in your SAP system.