How To Fix FARR_MSG_CUSTOM518 - erf. obl. &1 that has been 100% fulfilled cannot have open revenue

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_MSG_CUSTOM - Customizable Messages for Revenue Accounting

• Message number: 518

• Message text: erf. obl. &1 that has been 100% fulfilled cannot have open revenue

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_MSG_CUSTOM518 - erf. obl. &1 that has been 100% fulfilled cannot have open revenue ?

  The SAP error message FARR_MSG_CUSTOM518 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) module. This error indicates that a revenue contract or item that has been fully fulfilled (i.e., all obligations have been met) cannot have any open revenue associated with it. 
  Cause:
  
  
  Fulfillment Status: The error arises when the system detects that a revenue contract or item has been marked as 100% fulfilled, but there are still open revenue items linked to it. This situation is contradictory because if all obligations are fulfilled, there should not be any remaining revenue to recognize.
  
  
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as incorrect status updates or incomplete processing of revenue recognition.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the revenue recognition rules or the way the contracts are set up in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fulfillment Status: Verify the fulfillment status of the contract or item in question. Ensure that it is indeed marked as 100% fulfilled and that there are no remaining obligations.
  
  
  Review Open Revenue Items: Investigate any open revenue items associated with the contract. If there are open items that should not exist, you may need to adjust or clear them.
  
  
  Data Correction: If there are discrepancies, you may need to correct the data. This could involve updating the status of the contract or clearing any erroneous open revenue items.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the RAR module to ensure that they align with your business processes. This may involve checking the revenue recognition rules and ensuring they are set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the FARR module for any specific guidance or updates that may address this error.
  
  
  Engage Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP RAR, such as those for monitoring revenue contracts and items.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in revenue recognition are trained on the processes and understand how to manage fulfillment and revenue items effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.