How To Fix FARR_RAI087 - Profitability segment number (CO-PA) cannot be filled for item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_RAI - Revenue Accounting Item

• Message number: 087

• Message text: Profitability segment number (CO-PA) cannot be filled for item &1

What causes this issue?

The profitability segment number (CO-PA) can only be transferred if the
sender component and Revenue Accounting run in the same logical
system.
Sender component &v2& runs in logical system &v3&.
Revenue Accounting runs in the local system.

System Response

You cannot transfer the raw item to status <LS>processable</>.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that the sender system does not fill the field or clear the
field using the Revenue Accouning Item Monitor.
If Profitability Analysis is active, the sender component must also
transfer characteristics to be able to calculate the profitability
segment number in the Revenue Accounting system locally.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_RAI087 - Profitability segment number (CO-PA) cannot be filled for item &1 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_RAI087 indicates that the profitability segment number (CO-PA) cannot be filled for a specific item in the context of asset accounting or financial transactions. This error typically arises when there is an issue with the configuration or data related to profitability segments in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The profitability segment may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to missing settings in the controlling area or the profit center.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing or incorrect profit center assignments for the relevant cost objects.
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type being used may not be set up to allow for profitability segment assignment.
  Missing Profitability Segment: The profitability segment may not be defined for the specific transaction or item being processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the profitability segment.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for CO-PA and ensure that the profitability segments are correctly defined and assigned to the relevant cost objects.
  Verify Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (e.g., profit centers, cost centers) is correctly maintained and that there are no missing assignments.
  Review Transaction Types: Check the configuration of the transaction types being used to ensure they are set up to allow for profitability segment assignment.
  Define Profitability Segment: If the profitability segment is missing, you may need to define it in the system.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify the profitability segment.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OKKP (Controlling Area) or KSV1 (Create Profitability Segment) to check and maintain the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for CO-PA and asset accounting for detailed information on configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  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 CO-PA and asset accounting.