How To Fix FKKDPR086 - For rule variant &1, status &2 (&3) and start of retention &4 calculated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FKKDPR - Message Class for Data Privacy

• Message number: 086

• Message text: For rule variant &1, status &2 (&3) and start of retention &4 calculated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FKKDPR086 - For rule variant &1, status &2 (&3) and start of retention &4 calculated ?

  The SAP error message FKKDPR086 typically relates to issues in the area of contract accounting, particularly concerning the retention periods for data in the system. This error message indicates that there is a problem with the retention rule variant, its status, and the calculated start of retention.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Rule Variant: The specified rule variant may not be correctly defined or may not exist in the system.
  Status Issues: The status of the rule variant may not be valid for the operation being performed. For example, it could be inactive or not applicable.
  Retention Period Calculation: There may be an issue with how the start of the retention period is calculated, possibly due to missing or incorrect data in the relevant fields.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the contract accounting settings that affect how retention rules are applied.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Rule Variant: Verify that the rule variant specified in the error message exists and is correctly configured. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  Review Status: Ensure that the status of the rule variant is appropriate for the operation you are trying to perform. If it is inactive, you may need to activate it or select a different variant.
  Validate Retention Period Calculation: Check the data used for calculating the retention period. Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings for contract accounting and retention rules to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve consulting with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBD2 (for defining retention rules) or FKKPRC (for contract accounting) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide updates and patches that could resolve the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the FKKDPR086 error and implement a solution.