How To Fix FARC140 - &1 entries would be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARC - Archiving FI Objects

• Message number: 140

• Message text: &1 entries would be deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARC140 - &1 entries would be deleted ?

  The SAP error message FARC140 indicates that there are entries in the system that are set to be deleted, typically related to the Accounts Receivable (AR) or Accounts Payable (AP) modules. This message usually arises during the execution of a program or transaction that processes financial documents, such as clearing or archiving processes.
  Cause:
  The error message FARC140 occurs when:
  
  There are entries in the database that are marked for deletion but cannot be processed due to certain conditions not being met.
  The entries may be locked, or there may be dependencies that prevent their deletion.
  The system may be trying to delete entries that are still referenced by other documents or processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FARC140 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Investigate if the entries that are marked for deletion are still being referenced by other documents. You can use transaction codes like FB03 to view the documents and check their status.
  
  
  Unlock Entries: If the entries are locked, you may need to unlock them. This can be done by checking the lock entries using transaction SM12 and removing any locks that are preventing deletion.
  
  
  Review Deletion Flags: Ensure that the deletion flags for the entries are set correctly. You can check this in the relevant tables (e.g., BSAK, BSIK for accounts payable and receivable).
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks: Use transaction SARA to run consistency checks on the archiving objects related to accounts receivable or payable. This can help identify any inconsistencies that need to be resolved.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP Notes related to the error message FARC140. SAP Notes often provide specific guidance or patches that can resolve known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance. They can provide more detailed insights based on your specific system configuration and version.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB03 (Display Document), SARA (Archive Administration), and SM12 (Display and Delete Locks).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FARC140 in the SAP Support Portal for any updates or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable processes, especially regarding deletion and archiving.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FARC140 error and implement a solution to resolve it.