How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_DB073 - Acct. principle-specific settings not defined for CoCd &1 AcctPr. &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Acct. principle-specific settings not defined for CoCd &1 AcctPr. &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_DB073 - Acct. principle-specific settings not defined for CoCd &1 AcctPr. &2 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_DB073 indicates that there are account principle-specific settings that have not been defined for a specific company code (CoCd) and account principle (AcctPr). This error typically arises in the context of contract accounting or asset accounting when the system is trying to process transactions related to a specific account principle but cannot find the necessary configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that the account principle-specific settings for the specified company code and account principle have not been maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Account Principle: The account principle being referenced may not be valid for the specified company code.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data or configuration that prevent the system from recognizing the account principle settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Account Principle Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for account principles in SAP. This is typically found under the following path:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable ? Basic Settings ? Define Account Principles.
  
  
  Ensure that the account principle in question is defined for the specified company code.
  
  
  
  Maintain Account Principle-Specific Settings:
  
  If the account principle is not defined, you will need to create or maintain the settings for that account principle. This includes defining the necessary parameters and settings that are specific to the company code and account principle.
  
  
  
  Check for Validity:
  
  Ensure that the account principle is valid and active. Sometimes, account principles may be deactivated or not properly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Documentation:
  
  Consult the SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on setting up account principles and resolving related errors.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OBY6 (to check company code settings) or OBA7 (to maintain account principles) to navigate to the relevant configuration areas.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial accounting within SAP.