How To Fix FARR_RAI761 - Enter a package transfer date later than or equal to comp.code/acct.pr.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_RAI - Revenue Accounting Item

• Message number: 761

• Message text: Enter a package transfer date later than or equal to comp.code/acct.pr.

What causes this issue?

The transfer date of the package &v3& with company code &v1& and
accounting principle &v2& must be later than or equal to the transfer
date of the company code and accounting principle combination.

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_RAI761 - Enter a package transfer date later than or equal to comp.code/acct.pr. ?

  The SAP error message FARR_RAI761 indicates that there is an issue with the package transfer date in relation to the company code and account period. This error typically arises in the context of asset accounting (FI-AA) when trying to perform a transfer of an asset or a related transaction.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the package transfer date you are trying to enter is earlier than the accounting period that is currently open for the company code. In SAP, each accounting period has specific rules regarding the transactions that can be posted, and the system prevents posting transactions that would violate these rules.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Package Transfer Date: Ensure that the date you are entering for the package transfer is equal to or later than the last day of the previous accounting period that is closed. 
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings: Verify the settings for the company code in the configuration. Make sure that the accounting periods are correctly defined and that the periods are open for posting.
  
  
  Adjust the Transfer Date: If the transfer date is indeed earlier than the allowed date, adjust it to a valid date that complies with the accounting period rules.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the correct date to use, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  Check for Open Periods: Use transaction code OB52 to check the open and closed periods for the company code. Ensure that the period you are trying to post to is open.
  
  
  Transaction Type: Ensure that the transaction type you are using for the asset transfer is appropriate and that it allows for the transfer to occur in the specified period.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) for asset management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on asset accounting and period closing procedures to understand the implications of posting dates and periods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully complete the package transfer.