How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN819 - The Accounting Principle &1 of contract is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 819

• Message text: The Accounting Principle &1 of contract is invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN819 - The Accounting Principle &1 of contract is invalid ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN819 indicates that there is an issue with the accounting principle associated with a contract in the SAP system. This error typically arises in the context of contract accounting, particularly in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module.
  Cause:
  The error message suggests that the accounting principle specified for the contract is invalid. This can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The accounting principle may not be properly configured in the system.
  Missing Entries: The accounting principle might not exist in the relevant configuration tables.
  Incompatibility: The accounting principle may not be compatible with the type of contract being processed.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a typographical error in the contract data where the accounting principle is specified.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the accounting principles in the SAP system. This can typically be found under SPRO > Financial Accounting > Asset Accounting > Integration > Define Accounting Principles.
  Ensure that the accounting principle in question is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Contract Data:
  
  Review the contract data in the system to ensure that the accounting principle is correctly entered.
  Check for any typographical errors or inconsistencies in the contract details.
  
  
  
  Check Compatibility:
  
  Ensure that the accounting principle is compatible with the type of contract you are working with. Some accounting principles may only apply to specific types of contracts.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more information on the specific accounting principles and their requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like AS03 (Display Asset) or FBL3N (G/L Account Line Items) to investigate related data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify contract and accounting principle data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN819.