How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN698 - Reconcltn. for co.cd &1 and acct.principle &2 covers time period up to &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 698

• Message text: Reconcltn. for co.cd &1 and acct.principle &2 covers time period up to &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN698 - Reconcltn. for co.cd &1 and acct.principle &2 covers time period up to &3 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN698 typically relates to issues in the reconciliation process for contracts in the SAP system, particularly in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or Contract Accounting (FI-CA). This error indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the reconciliation for a specific company code and account principle, covering a defined time period.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Data: The reconciliation process may be trying to access data that is incomplete or not fully processed for the specified time period.
  Posting Issues: There may be postings that have not been properly accounted for, leading to discrepancies in the reconciliation.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the asset accounting or contract accounting modules can lead to this error.
  Time Period Restrictions: The specified time period may not be valid for the reconciliation process, possibly due to closed periods or restrictions in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Completeness: Ensure that all relevant postings and transactions for the specified time period have been completed and are correctly recorded in the system.
  Review Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for the company code and account principles involved. Ensure that they are set up correctly for the reconciliation process.
  Analyze Posting Periods: Check if the posting periods are open for the time frame in question. If they are closed, you may need to reopen them or adjust your reconciliation period.
  Run Reconciliation Reports: Use SAP standard reports to analyze the reconciliation status and identify any discrepancies that need to be addressed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may be available.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it appears to be a bug or requires deeper technical intervention.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FBL3N (Display G/L Account Line Items), F-02 (Post Document), and S_ALR_87012078 (Asset History Sheet) for further analysis.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as they may provide specific fixes or workarounds.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users' experiences.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.