How To Fix FARR_FOUNDATION019 - No residence time entered for document type &2 (application &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_FOUNDATION - Revenue Accounting - Foundation

• Message number: 019

• Message text: No residence time entered for document type &2 (application &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION019 - No residence time entered for document type &2 (application &1) ?

  The SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION019 indicates that there is no residence time entered for a specific document type in the application. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Financial Accounting and Reporting (FARR) module, particularly when dealing with document management or archiving processes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system expects a residence time to be defined for a particular document type in the specified application, but it is missing. Residence time is the duration for which a document is retained in the system before it can be archived or deleted. If this value is not set, the system cannot proceed with the operation that requires this information.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to define the residence time for the relevant document type in the application. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Customizing Settings:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to the following path: SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Financial Accounting -> Financial Accounting Global Settings -> Document Management -> Define Residence Times.
  
  
  
  Define Residence Time:
  
  In the configuration screen, look for the document type that corresponds to the application mentioned in the error message.
  Enter the required residence time for that document type. This is usually specified in days or months, depending on your organization's policy for document retention.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the residence time, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Test the Process:
  
  Retry the operation that triggered the error to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Document Types: Ensure you are familiar with the document types used in your organization and their respective retention policies.
  Archiving Strategy: Review your organization's archiving strategy to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error message.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes in the customizing settings.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or functional team for further investigation, as there may be additional configuration or data issues that need to be addressed.