How To Fix FARR_INB_MAIN056 - Error in contract header determination

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_INB_MAIN - Messages for Inbound Processing

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Error in contract header determination

What causes this issue?

An error occurred during contract header determination with BRFplus.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the BRFplus rules for application &v1& and function &v2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_INB_MAIN056 - Error in contract header determination ?

  The SAP error message FARR_INB_MAIN056 indicates that there is an issue with the determination of the contract header in the context of the SAP Flexible Real Estate Management (RE-FX) module. This error typically arises when the system is unable to find a valid contract header for a given transaction or operation.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Contract Header: The most common cause is that the contract header does not exist for the specified criteria (e.g., business partner, property, etc.).
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the contract determination settings, such as missing or incorrect assignment of contract types.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the business partner or property master records.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the contract header data.
  Incorrect Input Data: The input data provided during the transaction may not match any existing contract headers.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Contract Existence: Verify that the contract header exists for the relevant business partner and property. You can do this by navigating to the contract management area in SAP and checking the relevant entries.
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the contract determination configuration is set up correctly. This includes checking the contract types and their assignments.
  Data Consistency Check: Perform a data consistency check to ensure that all necessary master data is complete and accurate. This includes checking business partner and property records.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the contract header. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  Input Data Validation: Review the input data for the transaction to ensure that it is correct and matches the expected criteria for contract determination.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like RECN (for contract management) or REIS (for real estate information system) to navigate and check contract details.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on contract management and configuration in RE-FX.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP RE-FX for further assistance.