How To Fix RECD161 - There is an inactive adjustment for this validity period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECD -

• Message number: 161

• Message text: There is an inactive adjustment for this validity period

What causes this issue?

Before you can make a manual change, you have to reverse the adjustment.

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 RECD161 - There is an inactive adjustment for this validity period ?

  The SAP error message RECD161, which states "There is an inactive adjustment for this validity period," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Revenue Accounting and Reporting (RAR) module or similar areas where adjustments and validity periods are managed. This error indicates that there is an adjustment record that is not active for the specified validity period, which can prevent certain operations from being completed.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Adjustment Record: The primary cause of this error is that there is an adjustment record that is not active for the period you are trying to process. This could be due to the adjustment being set to inactive or not being properly configured.
  Validity Period Issues: The validity period for the adjustment may not align with the period you are trying to process, leading to the system not recognizing the adjustment as applicable.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the RAR settings or related modules that affect how adjustments are processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Adjustment Records: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction or report where you can view adjustment records.
  Verify if there are any adjustments for the specified validity period and check their status (active/inactive).
  If the adjustment is inactive, you may need to activate it or create a new active adjustment for the required period.
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Period:
  
  Ensure that the validity period you are working with matches the active adjustments. If necessary, adjust the period to align with the active adjustments.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the RAR module or related areas to ensure that adjustments are set up correctly.
  Consult with your SAP administrator or functional consultant to review the configuration and make any necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the RECD161 error for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the adjustments are processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to adjustments and revenue accounting, such as FARR (for Revenue Accounting and Reporting) or other relevant transactions.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary roles and authorizations to view and modify adjustment records.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in the RAR module for further assistance.