How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN086 - Contract &1 deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Contract &1 deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN086 - Contract &1 deleted ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN086 indicates that a contract (identified by the contract number &1) has been deleted. This error typically arises in the context of contract management within the SAP system, particularly in the area of Asset Accounting or Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA).
  Cause:
  
  
  Contract Deletion: The primary cause of this error is that the contract referenced in the transaction has been deleted from the system. This could happen due to:
  
  Manual deletion by a user with the appropriate permissions.
  A batch job or program that cleans up or archives contracts.
  Data inconsistency or corruption.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Reference: The transaction or process you are trying to execute is referencing a contract that no longer exists in the database.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Contract Status: Check the status of the contract in the system. You can do this by navigating to the contract management area and searching for the contract number. If it has indeed been deleted, you will need to take further steps.
  
  
  Restore Contract: If the contract was deleted in error, you may need to restore it from a backup or recreate it if possible. This may involve:
  
  Re-entering the contract details manually.
  Using a data recovery process if available.
  
  
  
  Check for Dependencies: Ensure that there are no dependent transactions or processes that are trying to reference the deleted contract. This may involve reviewing related documents or transactions.
  
  
  Consult with IT Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or IT department. They can provide insights into whether the deletion was part of a scheduled process or if there are any logs that can help trace the issue.
  
  
  Review Authorization: Ensure that the user attempting to access the contract has the necessary authorizations. Sometimes, access issues can lead to misleading error messages.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FBL1N (Vendor Line Item Display)
  FBL3N (G/L Account Line Item Display)
  FBL5N (Customer Line Item Display)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to contract management and the specific error message.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to contract management and asset accounting for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and address the issue related to the FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN086 error message.