How To Fix FINS_REV_REC005 - Revenue recognition for reference document &3 was executed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_REV_REC - Event Based revenue recognition

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Revenue recognition for reference document &3 was executed

What causes this issue?

Revenue recognition for the quoted reference document was executed.
In the case that the revenue recognition calculation was successful for
the quoted reference document a revenue recognition document was created
and the current log entry was deleted.
In the case that the revenue recognition calculation was not successful,
no revenue recognition document was created, the current log entry was
deleted and a new log entry was created.

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 FINS_REV_REC005 - Revenue recognition for reference document &3 was executed ?

  The SAP error message FINS_REV_REC005 indicates that revenue recognition for a specific reference document has already been executed. This typically occurs in the context of revenue recognition processes in SAP, particularly when using the Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) module or similar functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Execution: The most common cause of this error is an attempt to execute revenue recognition for a document that has already been processed. This can happen if the user tries to run the revenue recognition process multiple times for the same document.
  Incorrect Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow for further revenue recognition processing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the revenue recognition process that are not aligned with the business requirements or the document's status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Document Status: Verify the status of the reference document in question. If it has already been processed for revenue recognition, you will need to check the results of that execution instead of trying to run it again.
  Review Logs: Look at the logs or history of revenue recognition for the document to understand what has been executed and if any adjustments are needed.
  Adjustments: If adjustments are necessary, you may need to reverse the previous revenue recognition or make corrections as per your business process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for revenue recognition to ensure compliance with the process.
  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.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as FARR (for revenue recognition) and FINS_REV_REC (for revenue recognition processing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Training: Ensure that users involved in the revenue recognition process are adequately trained to avoid duplicate executions and understand the workflow.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FINS_REV_REC005 error and ensure proper handling of revenue recognition in your SAP system.