How To Fix FARR_RAI404 - Item &1: Price Cond. category is only allowed for invoice.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_RAI - Revenue Accounting Item

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Item &1: Price Cond. category is only allowed for invoice.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_RAI404 - Item &1: Price Cond. category is only allowed for invoice. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_RAI404 indicates that there is an issue with the pricing condition category for a specific item in a financial document, typically related to the Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) module. The message states that the price condition category is only allowed for invoices, which means that the system is expecting a certain type of document or transaction type that is not being met.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The error usually occurs when a non-invoice document (like a credit memo or a debit memo) is being processed with a pricing condition that is only valid for invoices.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the pricing conditions or the revenue recognition settings that are not aligned with the type of document being processed.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in the transaction could lead to the system interpreting the document incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Type: Ensure that the document you are processing is indeed an invoice. If it is not, you may need to adjust the document type or the pricing conditions being applied.
  Review Pricing Conditions: Go to the pricing condition records and verify that the condition category is appropriate for the type of document you are working with. If necessary, modify the condition records to ensure they are valid for the document type.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings for pricing conditions and revenue recognition. Ensure that the configuration aligns with your business processes and the types of documents you are using.
  Data Validation: Double-check the data entered in the transaction to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on configuration settings.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to Revenue Accounting and Reporting, particularly sections that cover pricing conditions and document types.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.