How To Fix FARR_ACCR_MAIN304 - Shifting failed postings to the next period not possible for contract &1

FARR_ACCR_MAIN304 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_ACCR_MAIN - Revenue Accounting - Accrual Management

• Message number: 304

• Message text: Shifting failed postings to the next period not possible for contract &1

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_ACCR_MAIN304 - Shifting failed postings to the next period not possible for contract &1 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_ACCR_MAIN304 indicates that there is an issue with shifting postings to the next period for a specific contract. This error typically arises in the context of contract accounting, particularly when dealing with accruals and deferrals.
  
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Period Closing: The target period for the posting may already be closed. In SAP, once a financial period is closed, no further postings can be made to that period.
  
  
  Contract Status: The contract associated with the posting may be in a status that does not allow for further postings or adjustments.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that prevent the shifting of postings, such as settings related to the fiscal year variant or posting periods.
  
  
  Missing Data: Required data for the posting may be missing or incorrect, leading to the inability to shift the postings.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary