How To Fix FARR_CONTRACT_UI289 - Changes to the template BRF+ application is impossible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_CONTRACT_UI - Revenue Accounting - Contract UI

• Message number: 289

• Message text: Changes to the template BRF+ application is impossible

What causes this issue?

You have attempted to change to the template BRF+ application for
account determination. The BRF+ application pre-delivered with the
software is only a template and cannot be edited. To apply your account
determination rules, you have to create a new BRF+ application by
copying from the template application and configure the system to use
your new BRF+ application.

System Response

The system prevents you from saving your changes.

How to fix this error?

Contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

To enable account determination, perform these tasks:
1.,,Create a copy of the template BRF+ application, including all its
components.
2.,,Activate the BRF+ functions in your new BRF+ application.
3.,,Configure the system to use your new BRF+ application in the Assign
BRF+ Applications to Revenue Accounting Processes [FARR
_ASSIGN_BRFPLUS_APPL] Customizing activity.
4.,,Start the Configure Account Determination for Specific Transactions
[FARR_ACCT_DETERMINATION] Customizing activity to apply your rules for
account determination.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI289 - Changes to the template BRF+ application is impossible ?

  The SAP error message FARR_CONTRACT_UI289 indicates that changes to the template in the BRF+ (Business Rule Framework plus) application are not possible. This error typically arises in the context of contract management or when working with business rules in SAP systems.
  Cause:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the BRF+ application or the specific template.
  Locked Objects: The template or the BRF+ application might be locked by another user or process, preventing modifications.
  System Configuration: The system might be configured in a way that restricts changes to certain templates or applications.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as inconsistencies in the database or problems with the BRF+ application itself.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to modify the BRF+ application. This can be done by reviewing the user's roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Unlock Objects: If the template is locked, identify the user or process that has locked it and request that they unlock it. You can use transaction codes like SM12 to check for locked entries.
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to review the settings related to BRF+ and ensure that there are no restrictions in place that would prevent changes.
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team to investigate any technical issues that may be affecting the BRF+ application.
  
  Related Information:
  
  BRF+ Documentation: Familiarize yourself with the BRF+ documentation available on the SAP Help Portal to understand the framework better and how to manage templates.
  Transaction Codes: Useful transaction codes include:
  
  BRF+ for accessing the BRF+ workbench.
  SM12 for checking and managing locked entries.
  SU53 for analyzing authorization issues.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to BRF+ and the specific error message.
  
  If you continue to experience issues, consider providing detailed information about the context in which the error occurs, as this can help in diagnosing the problem more effectively.