How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN644 - Company code or accounting principle can't be empty

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 644

• Message text: Company code or accounting principle can't be empty

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN644 - Company code or accounting principle can't be empty ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN644 indicates that either the company code or the accounting principle is missing in the context of a contract or asset management transaction. This error typically arises when you are trying to create or modify a contract in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module, and the system requires these fields to be filled in.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Company Code: The company code is a mandatory field in SAP that represents the smallest organizational unit for which you can maintain a complete self-contained set of accounts. If this field is not filled, the system cannot process the transaction.
  Missing Accounting Principle: The accounting principle defines the accounting standards that apply to the company code. If this is not specified, the system cannot determine how to handle the financial transactions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Asset Accounting settings that prevent the system from recognizing the company code or accounting principle.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Fields: Ensure that both the company code and accounting principle fields are filled in the transaction you are trying to execute. If you are using a custom program or transaction, verify that these fields are being populated correctly.
  Review Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction SPRO) and navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Integration > Define Company Code. Ensure that the company code is properly defined and linked to the relevant accounting principles.
  Check the settings under Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Master Data > Define Accounting Principles to ensure that the accounting principles are correctly set up for the company code.
  
  
  Transaction Data: If you are working with a specific transaction (like creating a contract), ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly before saving or processing the transaction.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the company code and accounting principle settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OAOA (for defining accounting principles) or OBC4 (for defining company codes) to check and modify the settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Asset Accounting and the specific configuration settings related to company codes and accounting principles.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Asset Accounting.