How To Fix FR873 - Workfile has incorrect contents: &

FR873 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 873

• Message text: Workfile has incorrect contents: &

What causes this issue?

You want to read data from the workfile and thereby fill the dataset.
The contents of the workfile, however, are not formatted properly for
this purpose.
In writing the workfile, a header record is written for identification.
This header must contain the string RFKLET00 for accumulated historical
balance audit trail. The workfile for the accumulated open item account
balance audit trail is designated as RFKKET00.

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?

Check your entry. The workfile may have been overwritten.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

FR873 - Details

• The SAP error message FR873 indicates that there is an issue with the contents of a workfile, which is typically used in the context of financial reporting or data processing in SAP. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Data Corruption: The workfile may have become corrupted due to an unexpected system shutdown, network issues, or other technical problems.
  Inconsistent Data: The data being processed may not conform to the expected format or structure, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the SAP system can lead to errors in how workfiles are generated or processed.
  Version Mismatch: If there are discrepancies between the versions of the software or components being used, it may lead to errors in workfile processing.
  Insufficient Authorizations: Lack of proper authorizations for accessing or modifying the workfile can also trigger this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Workfile Contents: Review the contents