How To Fix FARR_APPLICATION122 - Contract &1: Several open recon keys are found in period &2/&3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_APPLICATION - General Revenue Accounting Applications and Code

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Contract &1: Several open recon keys are found in period &2/&3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_APPLICATION122 - Contract &1: Several open recon keys are found in period &2/&3 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_APPLICATION122 indicates that there are multiple open reconciliation keys found for a specific contract in a given period. This typically occurs in the context of contract accounting or asset accounting, where the system expects only one open reconciliation key for a specific contract and period.
  Cause:
  
  
  Multiple Open Reconciliation Keys: The primary cause of this error is that there are multiple open reconciliation keys for the specified contract in the specified period. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect data entry or processing.
  Incomplete or erroneous postings that have not been cleared.
  System inconsistencies or errors during data migration or updates.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system that allow multiple reconciliation keys to exist when only one should.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Identify Open Reconciliation Keys:
  
  Use transaction codes such as FARR (for Asset Accounting) or FBL1N (for vendor line items) to check the open reconciliation keys for the specified contract and period.
  You can also use reports or queries to list all open reconciliation keys associated with the contract.
  
  
  
  Analyze the Data:
  
  Review the details of each open reconciliation key to understand why they are open. Look for any discrepancies or errors in the postings.
  
  
  
  Clear or Adjust Entries:
  
  If you find that there are erroneous or duplicate entries, you may need to clear or adjust them. This could involve reversing incorrect postings or clearing open items.
  Ensure that all necessary transactions are completed and that there are no pending items that could lead to multiple open keys.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific steps related to your version of SAP and the configuration of your system.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings related to reconciliation keys in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings align with your business processes and that they prevent the creation of multiple open keys.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, perform tests to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR, FBL1N, and others that may help in analyzing and resolving the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to view and manage reconciliation keys.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP Financials for further assistance.