How To Fix FARR_RAI686 - Original item &1 of invoice item &2 deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_RAI - Revenue Accounting Item

• Message number: 686

• Message text: Original item &1 of invoice item &2 deleted

What causes this issue?

You are processing revenue accounting item &v2& that refers to original
item &v2&. The original item is already deleted and the corresponding
performance obligation is also either deleted or there was no
performance obligation created at all. The processed item is therefore
not relevant for accounting.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_RAI686 - Original item &1 of invoice item &2 deleted ?

  The SAP error message FARR_RAI686 indicates that the original item of an invoice item has been deleted. This typically occurs in the context of the SAP Accounts Receivable (AR) or Accounts Payable (AP) modules, particularly when dealing with invoice processing and adjustments.
  Cause:
  
  
  Deletion of Original Item: The original invoice item referenced in the transaction has been deleted or is no longer available in the system. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Manual deletion of the invoice item.
  Changes in the invoice structure or adjustments that lead to the removal of the original item.
  Data inconsistencies or errors during data migration or updates.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Reference: The system may be trying to reference an item that has been modified or deleted, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Invoice Items: Review the invoice items in question to confirm whether the original item has indeed been deleted. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the relevant invoice in the SAP system.
  Checking the item details to see if the original item exists.
  
  
  
  Restore Deleted Items: If the original item was deleted by mistake, you may need to restore it if possible. This could involve:
  
  Re-entering the original invoice item manually if it was deleted.
  Using transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to view the document and check its status.
  
  
  
  Adjust Related Transactions: If the original item is no longer needed, you may need to adjust related transactions or invoices to ensure that they are consistent with the current state of the data.
  
  
  Consult with IT or SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, it may be necessary to consult with your IT department or SAP support team. They can provide insights into the system's configuration and help troubleshoot the issue further.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  FB03: Display Document
  FB02: Change Document
  FBL1N: Vendor Line Item Display
  FBL5N: Customer Line Item Display
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions for specific scenarios.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to invoice processing and error handling to understand the implications of deleted items and how to manage them effectively.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.