How To Fix FARR_FOUNDATION201 - Wrong update mode used (&1), allowed is only I, U, D

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_FOUNDATION - Revenue Accounting - Foundation

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Wrong update mode used (&1), allowed is only I, U, D

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION201 - Wrong update mode used (&1), allowed is only I, U, D ?

  The SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION201 indicates that there is an issue with the update mode being used in a certain operation. The message specifies that the allowed update modes are I (Insert), U (Update), and D (Delete), and that the mode currently being used is incorrect.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  An incorrect update mode is specified in a function module or BAPI call.
  The application logic is trying to perform an operation that is not supported by the current update mode.
  There may be a programming error in the custom code or configuration that is leading to the wrong update mode being passed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Update Mode: Review the code or configuration where the update mode is being set. Ensure that it is one of the allowed values: I, U, or D.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to the ABAP code, you can set breakpoints and debug the program to see what value is being passed as the update mode. This will help you identify where the incorrect value is coming from.
  
  
  Review Function Module/BAPI Documentation: If you are using a standard SAP function module or BAPI, check the documentation to ensure you are using it correctly and passing the right parameters.
  
  
  Check Custom Code: If this error is occurring in custom development, review the logic to ensure that the update mode is being set correctly based on the intended operation.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Sometimes, specific issues may be documented in SAP Notes. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that might address this error.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the intended operation is performed correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where the error occurs, you may want to look at transaction codes related to the specific module you are working with (e.g., FARR for Asset Accounting).
  SAP Community: You can search for similar issues in the SAP Community forums, where other users may have encountered and resolved the same error.
  SAP Help Portal: The SAP Help Portal provides documentation on various modules and functions, which can be useful for understanding the context of the error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.