How To Fix FARR_RAI405 - Mass activity was started in simulation mode

FARR_RAI405 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_RAI - Revenue Accounting Item

• Message number: 405

• Message text: Mass activity was started in simulation mode

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_RAI405 - Mass activity was started in simulation mode ?

  The SAP error message FARR_RAI405 indicates that a mass activity was initiated in simulation mode. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module, particularly when performing mass activities such as asset transfers, retirements, or adjustments.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when a user attempts to execute a mass activity that is set to run in simulation mode. In simulation mode, the system does not perform any actual changes to the database; instead, it only simulates the results of the activity. This is useful for testing and validation purposes, but if the user intends to execute the changes, they need to run the activity in the actual mode.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the mass activity is executed in the correct mode. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Check the Execution Mode: When initiating the mass activity, ensure that you are not selecting the simulation option.