How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN099 - Contracts &1 and &2 have different accounting principles

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 099

• Message text: Contracts &1 and &2 have different accounting principles

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN099 - Contracts &1 and &2 have different accounting principles ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN099 indicates that there is a conflict between two contracts due to differing accounting principles. This typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when you are trying to perform an operation that involves multiple contracts, such as transferring or merging contracts, and the contracts in question are governed by different accounting principles.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  Two contracts are associated with different accounting principles (e.g., one contract may be under IFRS while the other is under local GAAP).
  The system does not allow operations that involve contracts with differing accounting principles because it could lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Contracts: Determine which contracts are causing the issue. The error message will provide the contract numbers (represented as &1 and &2).
  
  
  Check Accounting Principles: Review the accounting principles assigned to each contract. You can do this by navigating to the contract details in the SAP system and checking the accounting settings.
  
  
  Align Accounting Principles: If possible, align the accounting principles of the two contracts. This may involve:
  
  Changing the accounting principle of one of the contracts to match the other.
  If the contracts are meant to be treated differently, consider whether they should be processed separately rather than together.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP FI-AA consultant to understand the implications of changing accounting principles and ensure compliance with accounting standards.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making any changes, test the operation again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Seek Help: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) to manage asset-related contracts.
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that the accounting principles are set up correctly.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal or SAP Notes for specific guidance on handling contracts and accounting principles in your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error and proceed with your operations in SAP.