How To Fix FARR_RAI878 - Item &1 already processed for one ore more accounting principles

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FARR_RAI - Revenue Accounting Item

• Message number: 878

• Message text: Item &1 already processed for one ore more accounting principles

What causes this issue?

You have tried to modify a revenue accounting item that has already
been successfully processed for one or more accounting principles.
Changing the item would lead to inconsistent data.

System Response

The system rejects the change.

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_RAI878 - Item &1 already processed for one ore more accounting principles ?

  The SAP error message FARR_RAI878 indicates that an item (identified by &1) has already been processed for one or more accounting principles in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA). This typically occurs when there is an attempt to post or process an asset transaction that has already been recorded for the specified accounting principles.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Processing: The item has already been processed for the specified accounting principles, which means that the system does not allow reprocessing to avoid inconsistencies.
  Incorrect Transaction Entry: The user may have attempted to post a transaction that is not allowed due to the current status of the asset or accounting principles.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the asset accounting module that are causing the system to recognize the item as already processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transaction History: Review the transaction history for the asset/item in question to confirm whether it has already been processed. You can do this by checking the asset master data and transaction logs.
  Review Accounting Principles: Ensure that the accounting principles you are trying to use for the transaction are correctly set up and that the item is not already assigned to another accounting principle.
  Correct Posting: If the item has been processed, you may need to reverse the previous transaction if it was posted in error, or you may need to create a new transaction that does not conflict with existing postings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling asset transactions and accounting principles.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot determine the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP Asset Accounting, such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset).
  Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module, particularly those related to accounting principles and transaction types.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.