How To Fix FARR_FOUNDATION524 - Contract is not archived; &1 contr. comb. cannot be archived in this run

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_FOUNDATION - Revenue Accounting - Foundation

• Message number: 524

• Message text: Contract is not archived; &1 contr. comb. cannot be archived in this run

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION524 - Contract is not archived; &1 contr. comb. cannot be archived in this run ?

  The SAP error message FARR_FOUNDATION524 indicates that a contract cannot be archived because it is not in an archived state. This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Contract Accounts Receivable and Payable (FI-CA) module when attempting to archive contracts that have not been properly archived or do not meet the criteria for archiving.
  Cause:
  
  Contract Status: The contract you are trying to archive may still be active or in a status that does not allow it to be archived.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies or linked documents (like open items, invoices, etc.) that prevent the contract from being archived.
  Archiving Configuration: The archiving configuration may not be set up correctly, or the necessary prerequisites for archiving have not been met.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that need to be resolved before archiving can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Status: Verify the status of the contract. Ensure that it is completed and does not have any open items or pending transactions.
  Resolve Dependencies: Check for any linked documents or dependencies that may be preventing the archiving process. Clear any open items or resolve any issues related to the contract.
  Review Archiving Settings: Ensure that the archiving settings in the system are correctly configured. This includes checking the archiving object and the selection criteria used for archiving.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use transaction codes like SARA (Archive Administration) to run consistency checks on the data. This can help identify any issues that need to be addressed.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to archiving contracts for any specific requirements or additional steps that may be necessary.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SARA (for archiving), SARI (for information on archived data), and SADL (for data lifecycle management).
  Archiving Objects: Understand the specific archiving objects related to contracts in your SAP system, as these will dictate how contracts are archived.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate actions to resolve it.