How To Fix FAR_POSTING_RULES073 - Service doc. item &1 does not exist, please enter a valid value.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAR_POSTING_RULES - AR Posting Rules

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Service doc. item &1 does not exist, please enter a valid value.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAR_POSTING_RULES073 - Service doc. item &1 does not exist, please enter a valid value. ?

  The SAP error message FAR_POSTING_RULES073 indicates that there is an issue with the service document item in the context of asset accounting or financial transactions. Specifically, it means that the system cannot find the specified service document item, which is required for processing the transaction.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Document Item: The service document item you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo, or the item may have been deleted or not created.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the asset accounting settings that prevent the system from recognizing the document item.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing entries in related tables or incorrect settings in the asset master data.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the service document item.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Item: Verify that the service document item you are trying to enter is correct. Ensure there are no typos and that the item exists in the system.
  Create or Update Document Item: If the document item does not exist, you may need to create it. If it exists but is not recognized, check if it needs to be updated or reconfigured.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the asset accounting module to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve reviewing the posting rules and document types.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the asset accounting data to identify and resolve any inconsistencies.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and use the service document item.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or AS03 (Display Asset) to manage asset-related data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for asset accounting and posting rules to understand the requirements for service document items.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.