How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN398 - Statistic on invoice cond. &1 is "&2" but it's "&3" on deferral item

FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN398 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 398

• Message text: Statistic on invoice cond. &1 is "&2" but it's "&3" on deferral item

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN398 - Statistic on invoice cond. &1 is "&2" but it's "&3" on deferral item ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN398 typically occurs in the context of contract accounting, particularly when dealing with deferral items and invoice conditions. This error indicates a mismatch between the statistical data on the invoice condition and the expected value on the deferral item.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system detects that the statistical value for a specific invoice condition (denoted as &1) is not matching the expected value (&3) on the deferral item. This can happen due to several reasons, including:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data may have been entered during the invoice or deferral item creation.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings for contract accounting or deferral items.
  System Bugs: Occasionally, bugs in the SAP system can lead to unexpected behavior and mismatches.
  Changes in Conditions: If the conditions for the invoice were changed after the deferral item was created, this could lead to discrepancies.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can