How To Fix FARR_MSG_CUSTOM505 - Item &2: Condition type &1 wasn't deleted.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_MSG_CUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Revenue Accounting

• Message number: 505

• Message text: Item &2: Condition type &1 wasn't deleted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_MSG_CUSTOM505 - Item &2: Condition type &1 wasn't deleted. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_MSG_CUSTOM505 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module, particularly when dealing with condition types related to asset transactions. This error indicates that a specific condition type (identified by &1) for a particular item (identified by &2) could not be deleted.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  Dependencies: The condition type may have dependencies or links to other transactions or records that prevent its deletion.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the deletion of certain condition types.
  Data Integrity: The system may be enforcing data integrity rules that prevent the deletion of the condition type if it is still in use or if it affects other financial records.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete the condition type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: Investigate if the condition type is linked to any active transactions or records. If it is, you may need to remove those links before attempting to delete the condition type.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction SPRO) and check the settings related to the condition types in Asset Accounting. Ensure that the condition type is configured correctly and that there are no restrictions on its deletion.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run a data consistency check to ensure that there are no inconsistencies in the asset accounting data that might be causing the issue.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user attempting to delete the condition type has the necessary authorizations. If not, you may need to adjust the user's roles or permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional insights or updates that may address the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) to understand where the condition type is being used.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FARR_MSG_CUSTOM505 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Asset Accounting and condition types.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.