How To Fix FINS_REV_REC124 - Event based revenue recognition has been stopped by administration

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FINS_REV_REC - Event Based revenue recognition

• Message number: 124

• Message text: Event based revenue recognition has been stopped by administration

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Please try to process event based revenue recognition at a later point
of time.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FINS_REV_REC124 - Event based revenue recognition has been stopped by administration ?

  The SAP error message FINS_REV_REC124 indicates that event-based revenue recognition has been halted by the system administration. This typically occurs in the context of SAP's Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) module, which is used for managing revenue recognition in compliance with accounting standards.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The error may arise due to specific configuration settings in the RAR module that have been altered or set to prevent event-based revenue recognition.
  User Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform event-based revenue recognition.
  System Maintenance: The system may be undergoing maintenance or updates that temporarily disable certain functionalities.
  Business Rules: Certain business rules or conditions may have been set that prevent revenue recognition from occurring.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the RAR module to ensure that event-based revenue recognition is enabled. This can typically be done in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the appropriate authorizations to perform revenue recognition. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Consult with Administration: If the error message indicates that it has been stopped by administration, consult with your SAP system administrator or the finance team to understand the reason behind this decision and whether it can be reversed.
  Review Business Rules: Check if there are any specific business rules or conditions that need to be met for event-based revenue recognition to proceed.
  System Logs: Review system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context on why the revenue recognition has been stopped.
  
  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: Refer to the official SAP documentation for the Revenue Accounting and Reporting module for detailed guidance on configuration and troubleshooting.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to escalate the matter to SAP support for further assistance.