How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN018 - The contract cannot be created due to inconsistent data.

FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 018

• Message text: The contract cannot be created due to inconsistent data.

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FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN018 - Details

• The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN018 indicates that there is inconsistent data preventing the creation of a contract in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of contract management, particularly in the SAP Flexible Real Estate Management (RE-FX) module or similar areas where contracts are managed.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incomplete Data: Required fields may not be filled out correctly or completely. This can include missing contract details, partner information, or financial data.
  Inconsistent Master Data: The master data related to the contract (such as business partners, properties, or cost centers) may have inconsistencies or errors.
  Validation Rules: The system may have specific validation rules that are not being met, such as date ranges, status checks, or other business logic.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that are not aligned with the data being entered, leading to inconsistencies.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to create