How To Fix FARR_RAI679 - Item &1 could not be processed before its predecessor item &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_RAI - Revenue Accounting Item

• Message number: 679

• Message text: Item &1 could not be processed before its predecessor item &2

What causes this issue?

Revenue accounting item &v1& refers to predecessor item &v2&. The
reference is indicated by the following revenue accounting item
parameters:
Predecessor item sender component
Logical system of the predecessor item
Predecessor item type
Predecessor item ID
The system has not yet processed the referenced predecessor item for
accounting principle &v3&.

System Response

The system cannot process the item for accounting principle &v3&.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that revenue accounting item &v2& is either processed before
or at the same time as revenue accounting item &v1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_RAI679 - Item &1 could not be processed before its predecessor item &2 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_RAI679 indicates that there is an issue with the processing order of items in a financial transaction or document. Specifically, it means that the item you are trying to process (Item &1) cannot be processed because its predecessor item (Item &2) has not been processed yet. This is common in scenarios where there are dependencies between items, such as in asset accounting or financial transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Dependency Order: The system requires that certain items be processed in a specific order. If the predecessor item has not been completed or is in an incorrect status, the subsequent item cannot be processed.
  Incomplete Data: The predecessor item may have missing or incomplete data that prevents it from being processed.
  Transaction Type: Certain transaction types may have inherent dependencies that must be respected.
  
  Solution:
  
  Process Predecessor Item: Ensure that the predecessor item (Item &2) is processed successfully. Check its status and make sure it is complete.
  Check for Errors: Review the predecessor item for any errors or issues that may be preventing it from being processed. Correct any issues found.
  Review Dependencies: Understand the dependency relationships between the items. If necessary, consult the documentation or your SAP support team to clarify the processing order.
  Transaction Logs: Check transaction logs or error messages related to the predecessor item for additional context on why it has not been processed.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling item dependencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in processing or reviewing the items, such as F-02 for general postings or F-90 for asset acquisitions.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to asset accounting or the specific module you are working with to understand the processing rules and dependencies.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process the items in the correct order.