How To Fix FARR_RAI840 - Original item ID must be filled for fulfillment item &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_RAI - Revenue Accounting Item

• Message number: 840

• Message text: Original item ID must be filled for fulfillment item &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FARR_RAI840 - Original item ID must be filled for fulfillment item &1 ?

  The SAP error message FARR_RAI840 indicates that the original item ID must be filled for a fulfillment item in the context of the SAP Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) module. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to process a fulfillment item that does not have a corresponding original item ID, which is necessary for tracking and reporting purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Original Item ID: The fulfillment item being processed does not have an associated original item ID. This can happen if the data was not correctly populated during the creation of the fulfillment item.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or if there were manual entries, the original item ID might not have been transferred or entered correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the RAR module that require the original item ID to be filled but are not set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Fulfillment Item Data: Review the fulfillment item in question to ensure that the original item ID is populated. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction in SAP and checking the details of the fulfillment item.
  Update the Original Item ID: If the original item ID is missing, you will need to update the fulfillment item to include the correct original item ID. This may involve retrieving the original item ID from the relevant source (e.g., sales order, contract).
  Review Data Migration Processes: If this issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary fields, including the original item ID, were correctly populated.
  Consult Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the RAR module to ensure that the requirement for the original item ID is correctly set up. If necessary, consult with your SAP Basis or configuration team to adjust these settings.
  Error Logs and Debugging: If the issue persists, check the error logs for more detailed information about the error. You may also need to debug the process to identify where the original item ID is being lost or not populated.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the Revenue Accounting and Reporting module to understand the requirements for fulfillment items and original item IDs.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.