How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_BOL008 - No contracts found; corresponding contracts may have been archived

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_BOL - Revenue Accounting - Contract BOL (Business Object Layber)

• Message number: 008

• Message text: No contracts found; corresponding contracts may have been archived

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_BOL008 - No contracts found; corresponding contracts may have been archived ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_BOL008 indicates that the system could not find any contracts that match the criteria specified in your request. This typically occurs in the context of contract management within the SAP system, particularly in the area of Financial Accounting and Revenue Recognition.
  Causes:
  
  No Active Contracts: There may be no active contracts that meet the selection criteria you have provided.
  Archived Contracts: The contracts you are looking for may have been archived. In SAP, archiving is a process that moves data that is no longer actively used to a separate storage area to improve system performance.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The parameters or filters you are using to search for contracts may be too restrictive or incorrect.
  Authorization Issues: You may not have the necessary authorizations to view the contracts in question.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Active Contracts: Verify if there are any active contracts in the system that meet your criteria. You can do this by using transaction codes like FARR or FARR_CONTRACT to list contracts.
  Review Archived Contracts: If you suspect that the contracts have been archived, you may need to check the archiving settings or consult with your SAP Basis team to see if the contracts can be retrieved from the archive.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: Review and adjust the selection criteria you are using to ensure they are correct and not overly restrictive. Consider broadening the search parameters.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the contracts. If not, contact your system administrator to request the appropriate authorizations.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on contract management and the specific error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (Contract Management) and SARA (Archive Administration) for managing contracts and archived data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for specific notes that may address this issue.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide more in-depth assistance.