How To Fix FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE161 - Technical error in custom field transfer from RAR posting to FI

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Technical error in custom field transfer from RAR posting to FI

What causes this issue?

A technical error explained in message class &V1& occurs during the data
transfer &v2&.

System Response

The system could not transfer data from revenue accounting posting to
the general ledger.

How to fix this error?

Please contact SAP to resolve the issue.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE161 - Technical error in custom field transfer from RAR posting to FI ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTR_LIFECYCLE161 typically indicates a technical error that occurs during the transfer of custom fields from Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) postings to Financial Accounting (FI). This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, data inconsistencies, or problems with the custom fields themselves.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the RAR or FI settings can lead to errors during the transfer process.
  Custom Field Mappings: If custom fields are not properly mapped between RAR and FI, it can result in transfer failures.
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistent or invalid data in the custom fields can cause the transfer to fail.
  Technical Errors: Issues in the underlying code or logic that handles the transfer of data can also lead to this error.
  Missing Authorizations: Lack of necessary authorizations for the user or process trying to perform the transfer.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in both RAR and FI to ensure they are correctly set up for custom field transfers.
  Validate Custom Field Mappings: Ensure that all custom fields are correctly mapped and that their data types are compatible between RAR and FI.
  Data Validation: Check the data in the custom fields for any inconsistencies or invalid entries that could be causing the error.
  Debugging: If you have access to the development environment, consider debugging the transfer process to identify the exact point of failure.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user or process has the necessary authorizations to perform the transfer.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes or patches that may address this specific error.
  Engage SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for RAR and FI to understand the data transfer processes and configurations.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Testing Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a testing environment to troubleshoot without affecting production data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.