How To Fix FARR_RAI427 - No valid source document item type found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_RAI - Revenue Accounting Item

• Message number: 427

• Message text: No valid source document item type found

What causes this issue?

The system could not determine a valid source document item type in
Customzing for the selection criteria you have entered.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Please enter a source document item type manually in the selection
screen.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_RAI427 - No valid source document item type found ?

  The SAP error message FARR_RAI427: No valid source document item type found typically occurs in the context of the SAP Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module, particularly when dealing with asset transactions or when trying to create or process asset-related documents.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The item type for the source document is not configured correctly in the system. This could mean that the item type does not exist or is not assigned to the relevant transaction type.
  
  
  Incorrect Document Type: The document type being used may not be valid for the transaction you are trying to perform. This can happen if the document type is not set up to handle asset transactions.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect entries in the asset master data or related tables.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or process the specific document type or item type.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (Transaction SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Integration > Define Item Types.
  Ensure that the item type you are trying to use is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Document Type:
  
  Check the document type being used in the transaction.
  Ensure that it is valid for the asset transaction you are trying to perform. You can do this by checking the settings in Financial Accounting (New) > General Ledger Accounting > Document Types.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data:
  
  Check the asset master data for any inconsistencies or missing information.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction.
  You can check this in the user roles and authorizations assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. Sometimes, there are known issues or patches that can resolve the problem.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the program flow to identify where the error is being triggered.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) to understand where the error might be occurring.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Asset Accounting for more detailed information on configuration and transaction processing.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Asset Accounting.