How To Fix FARR_RAI032 - Revenue accounting item class &1 cannot be used productively

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_RAI - Revenue Accounting Item

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Revenue accounting item class &1 cannot be used productively

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_RAI032 - Revenue accounting item class &1 cannot be used productively ?

  The SAP error message FARR_RAI032 indicates that a specific revenue accounting item class cannot be used productively. This error typically arises in the context of SAP Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) when there is an issue with the configuration or status of the item class.
  Cause:
  
  Item Class Configuration: The item class may not be properly configured for productive use. This could be due to missing settings or incorrect parameters.
  Status of the Item Class: The item class might be in a status that does not allow it to be used for productive transactions (e.g., it may be marked as "not active").
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization restrictions preventing the use of the item class.
  Dependencies on Other Objects: The item class may depend on other configuration objects that are not set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the revenue accounting item class in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary parameters are set correctly.
  Verify that the item class is marked as active and is configured for productive use.
  
  
  
  Review Status:
  
  Check the status of the item class in the system. If it is inactive or in a development status, you may need to change it to an active status.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to use the item class. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify this.
  
  
  
  Dependencies:
  
  Investigate if there are any dependencies on other configuration objects (like revenue recognition methods, accounting principles, etc.) that need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific item class and error message for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform tests to ensure that the item class can now be used productively without triggering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration), SE11 (for data dictionary), or SE80 (for object navigator) to access relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.