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1. Error: “Account Determination Not Defined” in ABZON
- Issue: Posting an asset acquisition in ABZON fails with: “Account determination not defined for transaction.”
- Cause: The account determination for the asset class or transaction type is missing in the chart of accounts.
- Resolution:
- Go to AO90 (Define Account Determination), select the Chart of Accounts and asset class (e.g., 1000).
- Assign G/L accounts for “Acquisition: Acquis. and Production Costs” (e.g., 150000 for Asset and 170000 for Offset).
- Save the configuration and retest the posting in ABZON.
- Outcome: The asset acquisition posts successfully.
2. Issue: Depreciation Not Posting in AFAB
- Issue: Running the depreciation run (AFAB) for period 03/2025 does not post depreciation to the G/L.
- Cause: The depreciation area is not set to post periodically or the fiscal year is not opened.
- Resolution:
- Go to OAYR (Specify Posting Procedures), ensure the depreciation area (e.g., 01) is set to “Periodic Posting.”
- Run AJRW (Fiscal Year Change) for the company code to open 2025 if not done.
- Execute AFAB with “Planned Posting Run” for period 03/2025.
- Check the posting log and G/L account (e.g., 150000) in FBL3N.
- Outcome: Depreciation posts to the G/L.
3. Error: “Asset Not Found” in ABNAN
- Issue: Posting an asset acquisition with internal order in ABNAN fails with: “Asset 100001-0 not found.”
- Cause: The asset master data is not created or the asset number is incorrect.
- Resolution:
- Go to AS01 (Create Asset), enter asset class (e.g., 1000) and company code.
- Create the asset (e.g., 100001-0) with valid details (e.g., cost center, depreciation key).
- Save and retry the posting in ABNAN.
- Outcome: The asset acquisition posts with the correct asset.
4. Issue: Asset Retirement Not Clearing G/L Account in ABAON
- Issue: Retiring an asset in ABAON leaves an open balance in the G/L account.
- Cause: The retirement transaction type is not configured to clear the G/L.
- Resolution:
- Go to OAYX (Define Transaction Types for Retirements), check the transaction type (e.g., 200).
- Ensure it includes “Clear G/L Account” and assign the correct G/L (e.g., 170000).
- Reverse the retirement in ABAON and repost with the updated transaction type.
- Verify in FBL3N.
- Outcome: The G/L account balance is cleared.
5. Error: “Period Not Open for Posting” in ABAA
- Issue: Posting an asset acquisition in ABAA fails with: “Period 03/2025 is not open.”
- Cause: The posting period is closed for the company code in FI-AA.
- Resolution:
- Go to OB52 (Open Posting Periods), enter company code 1000.
- Open period 03/2025 for Account Type “+” (All).
- Retry the posting in ABAA.
- Outcome: The acquisition posts in the correct period.
6. Issue: Depreciation Key Not Calculating Correctly in AW01N
- Issue: The depreciation value in AW01N does not match the expected amount for asset 100002.
- Cause: The depreciation key or useful life is incorrectly set in the asset master.
- Resolution:
- Go to AS02 (Change Asset), enter asset 100002.
- Check the “Depreciation Areas” tab for the depreciation key (e.g., LINR) and useful life (e.g., 5 years).
- Adjust the useful life or key if incorrect and save.
- Run AFAB to recalculate and check AW01N.
- Outcome: Depreciation calculates correctly.
7. Error: “Asset Class Not Defined” in AS01
- Issue: Creating an asset in AS01 fails with: “Asset class 2000 not defined.”
- Cause: The asset class is not configured in the system.
- Resolution:
- Go to OAOA (Define Asset Classes), enter company code 1000.
- Create or verify asset class 2000 (e.g., Machinery) with G/L accounts.
- Save and retry AS01 with the new asset class.
- Outcome: The asset is created successfully.
8. Issue: Asset Transfer Not Reflected in AW01N
- Issue: Transferring an asset in ABUMN does not update the receiving asset’s value.
- Cause: The transfer posting was not completed or the depreciation area is misconfigured.
- Resolution:
- Go to ABUMN, enter the source and target asset numbers (e.g., 100003 to 100004).
- Ensure all depreciation areas (e.g., 01) are selected for transfer.
- Post the transfer and check AW01N for both assets.
- Adjust if needed via AB08 (Reverse Asset Posting).
- Outcome: The transfer reflects in both assets.
9. Error: “No Authorization for Transaction ABZON”
- Issue: A user cannot post an asset acquisition in ABZON due to: “No authorization for transaction ABZON.”
- Cause: The user lacks the required authorization.
- Resolution:
- Run SU53 to identify the missing authorization object (e.g., F_AA_BKPF).
- Request the Basis team to update the user’s role in PFCG.
- Retest the posting in ABZON.
- Outcome: The user can post acquisitions.
10. Issue: Capitalization Date Mismatch in AW01N
- Issue: The capitalization date in AW01N differs from the acquisition date for asset 100005.
- Cause: The capitalization date was manually changed or not updated during posting.
- Resolution:
- Go to AS02, enter asset 100005, and check the “Time-Dependent Data” tab.
- Update the capitalization date to match the acquisition date (e.g., 03/01/2025).
- Save and rerun AFAB to adjust depreciation.
- Verify in AW01N.
- Outcome: The capitalization date aligns with the acquisition.
11. Error: “Depreciation Area 01 Not Defined” in AFAB
- Issue: Running AFAB fails with: “Depreciation area 01 not defined for company code 1000.”
- Cause: The depreciation area is not configured for the company code.
- Resolution:
- Go to OADB (Define Depreciation Areas), enter company code 1000.
- Verify or create depreciation area 01 (e.g., Book Depreciation) with G/L posting settings.
- Save and retry AFAB.
- Outcome: Depreciation posts with area 01.
12. Issue: Asset Retirement Gain/Loss Not Posted in ABAON
- Issue: Retiring an asset in ABAON does not post a gain or loss to the G/L.
- Cause: The gain/loss accounts are not assigned in account determination.
- Resolution:
- Go to AO90, select the asset class and check “Gain on Asset Sale” and “Loss on Asset Sale” accounts.
- Assign G/L accounts (e.g., 400000 for Gain, 500000 for Loss).
- Reverse the retirement in ABAON and repost.
- Check FBL3N for postings.
- Outcome: Gain/loss posts correctly.
13. Error: “Fiscal Year Change Not Performed” in AJAB
- Issue: Running the fiscal year change (AJAB) fails with: “Fiscal year change not performed for company code 1000.”
- Cause: Depreciation has not been posted for the current year.
- Resolution:
- Run AFAB to post all depreciation for the current fiscal year (e.g., 2024).
- Go to AJAB, enter company code 1000, and execute the fiscal year change to 2025.
- Check the log for completion.
- Outcome: The fiscal year changes successfully.
14. Issue: Asset Value Date Incorrect in ABAVN
- Issue: Retiring an asset via scrapping in ABAVN uses an incorrect value date.
- Cause: The value date is manually entered or defaulted incorrectly.
- Resolution:
- Go to ABAVN, enter the asset number and check the “Posting Date” and “Value Date.”
- Adjust the value date to the correct date (e.g., 03/28/2025).
- Post the retirement and verify in AW01N.
- Outcome: The retirement reflects the correct value date.
15. Error: “Tolerance Limit Exceeded” in AB01
- Issue: Posting an asset acquisition in AB01 fails with: “Tolerance limit exceeded for acquisition value.”
- Cause: The acquisition amount exceeds the configured tolerance for the asset class.
- Resolution:
- Go to OAYH (Define Tolerance Limits), check the tolerance for the asset class (e.g., 10%).
- Adjust the tolerance or approve the excess manually via AB01.
- Retry the posting.
- Outcome: The acquisition posts within tolerance.
16. Issue: Intercompany Asset Transfer Fails in ABT1N
- Issue: Transferring an asset to another company code in ABT1N fails.
- Cause: The receiving company code’s asset class or G/L integration is misconfigured.
- Resolution:
- Go to OAOA, verify the asset class in the receiving company code (e.g., 1000).
- In AO90, ensure G/L accounts are assigned for the receiving company code.
- Retry ABT1N with correct parameters.
- Check AW01N for both assets.
- Outcome: The intercompany transfer completes.
17. Error: “Document Splitting Error” in ABZON
- Issue: Posting an asset acquisition in ABZON fails with: “Document splitting error – no profit center.”
- Cause: Document splitting is active, and a profit center is missing.
- Resolution:
- Go to SPRO > Financial Accounting > General Ledger Accounting > Document Splitting > Define Document Splitting Characteristics.
- Ensure Profit Center is mandatory.
- In ABZON, assign a profit center (e.g., PC001).
- Repost the acquisition.
- Outcome: The acquisition posts with document splitting.
18. Issue: Asset Report AW01N Shows Incorrect Accumulated Depreciation
- Issue: The accumulated depreciation in AW01N for asset 100006 is incorrect.
- Cause: A manual adjustment or incorrect depreciation key caused the discrepancy.
- Resolution:
- Go to AS02, check the depreciation key and adjustments for asset 100006.
- Use ABAA to post a manual depreciation adjustment if needed.
- Rerun AFAB and verify in AW01N.
- Outcome: The accumulated depreciation is corrected.
19. Error: “Asset Locked by User” in ABUMN
- Issue: Transferring an asset in ABUMN fails with: “Asset 100007 locked by user XYZ.”
- Cause: Another user is editing the asset master.
- Resolution:
- Go to SM12 (Lock Entries), enter asset 100007 and company code.
- Delete the lock entry (if authorized) or wait for the user to finish.
- Retry ABUMN.
- Outcome: The asset transfer proceeds.
20. Issue: Year-End Closing Balance Incorrect in RAPERB2000
- Issue: The year-end closing balance in RAPERB2000 does not match the asset register.
- Cause: Depreciation or retirements were not fully posted before closing.
- Resolution:
- Run AFAB to post all depreciation for the year (e.g., 2024).
- Verify all retirements and acquisitions in AW01N.
- Rerun AJAB (Fiscal Year Change) and RAPERB2000.
- Adjust entries if needed.
- Outcome: The year-end balance aligns with the asset register.
