How To Fix 63447 - Transfer posting within asset. No accounting document exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 63 - Messages for Real Estate Management

• Message number: 447

• Message text: Transfer posting within asset. No accounting document exists

What causes this issue?

This document is a transfer posting of correction items within an
asset. In this case a real accounting document will not be created.

System Response

The system will not carry out the function you have selected.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 63447 - Transfer posting within asset. No accounting document exists ?

  The SAP error message 63447, "Transfer posting within asset. No accounting document exists," typically occurs when there is an attempt to perform a transfer posting for an asset, but the system cannot find a corresponding accounting document for the asset in question. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during asset transfers, reclassifications, or adjustments.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Accounting Document: The most common cause is that the asset has not been fully posted or has missing accounting documents related to its acquisition or previous postings.
  Incorrect Asset Status: The asset may be in a status that does not allow for transfer postings (e.g., retired or inactive).
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the asset master data or related accounting entries.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the asset accounting module that prevent the transfer posting from being processed correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Verify the asset master data to ensure that all necessary information is complete and correct. Look for any missing or incorrect entries.
  Review Accounting Documents: Use transaction codes like AW01N (Asset Explorer) to check if there are any missing accounting documents for the asset. If documents are missing, you may need to post the necessary transactions.
  Asset Status: Ensure that the asset is in a status that allows for transfer postings. If the asset is retired or inactive, you may need to reactivate it or create a new asset for the transfer.
  Repost Transactions: If there are missing accounting documents, you may need to repost the relevant transactions to generate the necessary accounting entries.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the asset accounting settings are correctly configured for transfer postings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  ABUMN: Transfer within Company Code
  ABT1N: Transfer within Company Code
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on asset accounting and transfer postings for additional guidance.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.