How To Fix FARR_RAI107 - Item with ID &1 cannot be transferred because contract is locked

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_RAI - Revenue Accounting Item

• Message number: 107

• Message text: Item with ID &1 cannot be transferred because contract is locked

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_RAI107 - Item with ID &1 cannot be transferred because contract is locked ?

  The SAP error message FARR_RAI107 indicates that an item with a specific ID cannot be transferred because the associated contract is locked. This typically occurs in the context of contract management or asset accounting within SAP, particularly when dealing with contracts that are being processed or modified by another user or transaction.
  Cause:
  
  
  Contract Locking: The contract associated with the item is currently locked by another user or process. This can happen if:
  
  Another user is editing the contract.
  A background job is processing the contract.
  The contract is in a state that does not allow changes (e.g., it is in a closed status).
  
  
  
  Transaction State: The transaction you are trying to perform may require the contract to be in an editable state, and if it is locked, the system will prevent the transfer.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Lock Status:
  
  Use transaction SM12 to check for locks on the contract. You can search for the user ID or the object type related to the contract to see if it is locked.
  If you find a lock that is no longer needed, you can delete it (if you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Wait for Release:
  
  If the lock is due to another user, you may need to wait until they finish their transaction and release the lock.
  
  
  
  Contact the User:
  
  If you identify that another user is working on the contract, you can reach out to them to understand when they expect to complete their work.
  
  
  
  Review Contract Status:
  
  Ensure that the contract is in a status that allows for the transfer. If it is closed or in a status that does not permit changes, you may need to take additional steps to change its status.
  
  
  
  Check for Background Jobs:
  
  If a background job is processing the contract, you may need to wait for it to complete. You can check the status of background jobs using transaction SM37.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  SM12: To check and manage locks.
  SM37: To monitor background jobs.
  SE11: To check the data dictionary for the contract table.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and manage locks and contracts.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to contract locking and error messages.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to contract management and asset accounting for more context on how contracts are managed within your specific SAP environment.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully transfer the item associated with the locked contract.