How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE018 - Unsupported liability/asset posting level <&1> for acctg principle &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE - Message from Contract Lifecyle (RAR 2.0 Object Model)

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Unsupported liability/asset posting level <&1> for acctg principle &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE018 - Unsupported liability/asset posting level <&1> for acctg principle &2. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE018 indicates that there is an issue with the posting level of a liability or asset in relation to the accounting principle being used. This error typically arises in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or Contract Accounting (FI-CA) when the system encounters a posting level that is not supported for the specified accounting principle.
  Cause:
  
  Unsupported Posting Level: The posting level specified in the error message is not compatible with the accounting principle defined in the system. This can happen if the configuration for the accounting principles does not allow for the specified posting level.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the settings for asset accounting or contract accounting, particularly regarding the posting levels and accounting principles.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation or modification of asset or liability postings can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or Contract Accounting (FI-CA) in the SAP system.
  Verify the settings for the accounting principles and ensure that the posting levels are correctly defined and supported.
  Ensure that the posting level you are trying to use is allowed for the specified accounting principle.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Levels:
  
  Check the posting levels defined in the system and confirm that they align with the requirements of the accounting principles being used.
  If necessary, adjust the posting levels or create new ones that are compatible with the accounting principles.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Review the transaction or document that triggered the error. Ensure that all data entries are correct and conform to the expected formats and values.
  If the error is due to a specific transaction, try to replicate the issue with different data to identify the root cause.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on the specific accounting principles and posting levels.
  Check for any notes or updates from SAP that may address this issue.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OAYZ (for Asset Accounting configuration) or other relevant transaction codes to access the configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message for any patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Asset Accounting and Contract Accounting configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.