How To Fix FARP_MESSAGE214 - Line item &1 of journal entry &2 was not changed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARP_MESSAGE - message for ap/ar apps

• Message number: 214

• Message text: Line item &1 of journal entry &2 was not changed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARP_MESSAGE214 - Line item &1 of journal entry &2 was not changed. ?

  The SAP error message FARP_MESSAGE214 indicates that a specific line item in a journal entry was not changed as expected. This message typically arises during the posting or modification of financial documents in the SAP system, particularly in the context of financial accounting (FI) or controlling (CO) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Data Locking: The line item may be locked by another user or process, preventing changes.
  Validation Rules: There may be validation rules or checks in place that prevent the modification of certain fields in the line item.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the line item.
  Document Status: The journal entry may be in a status that does not allow changes (e.g., it may be posted or completed).
  Technical Issues: There could be a technical issue or bug in the system that is causing the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify if the journal entry is in a status that allows changes. If it is posted, you may need to reverse it or create a new entry.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to modify the line item. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing user roles.
  Unlock the Document: If the document is locked, identify the user or process that has locked it and resolve the locking issue.
  Examine Validation Rules: Check if there are any validation rules that are preventing the change. This may require consulting with a functional consultant or reviewing configuration settings.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FB01 (Post Document), FB02 (Change Document), and FB03 (Display Document) to navigate and troubleshoot journal entries.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FARP_MESSAGE214 for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for financial accounting to understand the implications of changing journal entries and the associated processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.