How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_DB021 - Error while updating deferral items to database

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_DB - Revenue Accounting - Contract DB Access

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Error while updating deferral items to database

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_DB021 - Error while updating deferral items to database ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_DB021 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Financial Accounting (FI) module, particularly when dealing with deferral items in the context of contract accounting. This error indicates that there was an issue while trying to update deferral items to the database.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Database Locking Issues: The database table may be locked by another transaction, preventing the update from being completed.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies or integrity issues with the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in related tables.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the update operation.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the contract accounting module could lead to errors during processing.
  System Performance: High system load or performance issues could lead to timeouts or failures in database operations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Locks: Use transaction codes like SM12 to check for any locks on the relevant database tables. If locks are found, you may need to wait for the other transactions to complete or resolve the locks.
  Review Data Integrity: Check the data being processed for any inconsistencies. Ensure that all necessary entries exist in related tables and that the data is valid.
  Verify Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to update deferral items.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the contract accounting module to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve checking settings in transaction codes like OAA3 (for asset accounting) or related configuration transactions.
  System Performance Monitoring: Monitor system performance and check for any issues that may be affecting database operations. This may involve checking system logs or using transaction codes like ST22 (for dumps) or SM21 (for system logs).
  Reprocessing: If the error occurred during a batch process, consider reprocessing the batch after addressing any identified issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes often provide patches or workarounds for known issues.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM12: To check for database locks.
  ST22: To view short dumps.
  SM21: To check system logs.
  SE11: To view table definitions and data.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to contract accounting and deferral items for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further investigation.