How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN859 - The new allocation is same with current allocation for contract &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN - Revenue Accounting: Contract Management

• Message number: 859

• Message text: The new allocation is same with current allocation for contract &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN859 - The new allocation is same with current allocation for contract &1 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_MAIN859 indicates that there is an attempt to create a new allocation for a contract that is identical to the current allocation. This typically occurs in the context of contract management or financial allocations within the SAP system, particularly in the area of Asset Accounting or Contract Accounting.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to allocate costs or revenues to a contract, but the new allocation you are attempting to create is exactly the same as the existing allocation.
  This could happen due to a data entry error, a misunderstanding of the allocation process, or an attempt to duplicate an allocation that is already in place.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review Current Allocations: Check the existing allocations for the contract in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., using transaction codes like FARR for Asset Accounting or FAGLB03 for general ledger).
  
  
  Modify Allocation: If you need to make changes, ensure that the new allocation differs from the existing one. This could involve changing the amounts, the cost centers, or the allocation criteria.
  
  
  Delete Duplicate Allocation: If the new allocation is indeed a duplicate and not needed, you can choose to delete it or skip the creation of the new allocation.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on how allocations work in your specific module.
  
  
  Check for System Updates: Ensure that your SAP system is up to date, as sometimes bugs or issues can be resolved in newer versions or patches.
  
  
  Contact Support: 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 more tailored assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for managing contracts and allocations, such as FARR for Asset Accounting or FBL1N for vendor line items.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to create or modify allocations in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message and proceed with your allocation tasks in SAP.