How To Fix FARR_RAI635 - Obsolete revenue accounting item &1 &2 deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_RAI - Revenue Accounting Item

• Message number: 635

• Message text: Obsolete revenue accounting item &1 &2 deleted

What causes this issue?

Revenue accounting item &v1& &v2& is obsolete, because the sender
component has transferred an updated version of this revenue accounting
item.
The versions of a revenue accounting item are differentiated by their
timestamp. Whereas the source item ID, source document item type, sender
component and logical system are the same in all versions, the current
version of a revenue accounting item features the most recent timestamp.

System Response

The system deletes the obsolete revenue accounting item and processes
the most recent version of the revenue accounting item.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_RAI635 - Obsolete revenue accounting item &1 &2 deleted ?

  The SAP error message FARR_RAI635 indicates that an obsolete revenue accounting item has been deleted. This typically occurs in the context of SAP Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR), where certain items may no longer be relevant or valid for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Items: The error arises when the system attempts to process a revenue accounting item that has been marked as obsolete or has been deleted from the system.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as references to items that no longer exist in the database.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in configuration or business processes may lead to certain items being deemed obsolete.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Item Status: Verify the status of the revenue accounting item in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP and checking the item details.
  Data Cleanup: If the item is indeed obsolete, ensure that any references to it in other documents or processes are also updated or removed.
  Reprocess Transactions: If the error occurred during a transaction, you may need to reprocess the transaction after ensuring that all references to the obsolete item are cleared.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to revenue accounting to understand if there are specific steps or configurations that need to be adjusted.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to review the system configuration settings related to revenue accounting to ensure they align with current business processes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to revenue accounting, such as FARR (Revenue Accounting and Reporting) transactions, to better navigate and troubleshoot issues.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with the error message and any relevant transaction details.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message FARR_RAI635 effectively.