How To Fix FARR_ACCR_MAIN323 - Suspend contract &1 before shifting to next period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_ACCR_MAIN - Revenue Accounting - Accrual Management

• Message number: 323

• Message text: Suspend contract &1 before shifting to next period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_ACCR_MAIN323 - Suspend contract &1 before shifting to next period ?

  The SAP error message FARR_ACCR_MAIN323 indicates that there is an issue with the suspension of a contract in the context of accrual accounting. Specifically, it suggests that the contract identified by &1 must be suspended before you can proceed to the next accounting period.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the SAP system when:
  
  Contract Status: The contract is still active and has not been suspended, which is a prerequisite for processing the next period's accruals.
  Period-End Closing: The system is trying to perform period-end closing activities, but the contract needs to be suspended first to ensure that no further transactions are processed for that contract in the current period.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the contract management or accrual accounting modules that are not set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Suspend the Contract:
  
  Navigate to the contract management transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction code FARR or the relevant module).
  Locate the contract identified by &1.
  Change the status of the contract to "Suspended" or "Inactive" as required.
  
  
  
  Check Contract Details:
  
  Ensure that all necessary details and conditions for suspension are met.
  Review any open transactions or postings related to the contract that may need to be addressed before suspension.
  
  
  
  Perform Period-End Closing:
  
  Once the contract is suspended, you can proceed with the period-end closing activities.
  Use the appropriate transaction codes for closing the period in the accrual accounting module.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings for the accrual accounting and contract management modules to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant if you need assistance with configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (for contract management) and F.16 (for period-end closing).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed steps on managing contracts and performing period-end closing.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your accounting processes in SAP.