How To Fix AA066 - There are no areas to be posted periodically

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 066

• Message text: There are no areas to be posted periodically

What causes this issue?

Due to the Customizing configuration there are no areas set aside for
periodic posting.

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 entries. It is possible that you chose an incorrect company
code.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA066 - There are no areas to be posted periodically ?

  The SAP error message AA066 ("There are no areas to be posted periodically") typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when you attempt to post a periodic depreciation run, but the system cannot find any areas that are set up for periodic posting. This can happen for several reasons. Below are the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  No Depreciation Areas Defined: The asset may not have any depreciation areas defined that are set for periodic posting.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the asset class may not allow for periodic postings.
  Asset Status: The asset might be in a status that does not allow for depreciation postings (e.g., "inactive" or "not yet capitalized").
  Posting Periods: The posting periods may be closed, preventing any postings from being made.
  Asset Master Data: The asset master data may not be correctly maintained, leading to missing or incorrect information.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data:
  
  Go to the asset master record (transaction code AS03) and verify that the asset has the necessary depreciation areas defined.
  Ensure that the depreciation areas are set up for periodic posting.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Class Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the asset class (transaction code OAOA) to ensure that it allows for periodic postings.
  Make sure that the relevant depreciation areas are activated for the asset class.
  
  
  
  Verify Asset Status:
  
  Ensure that the asset is in a status that allows for depreciation postings. If the asset is inactive, you may need to change its status.
  
  
  
  Check Posting Periods:
  
  Verify that the posting periods are open for the relevant fiscal year and that the periods for depreciation posting are not closed.
  
  
  
  Run the Depreciation Program:
  
  If everything seems correct, try running the depreciation program again (transaction code AFAB) to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for additional insights on the error message and related configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  OAOA: Asset Class Configuration
  AFAB: Run Depreciation
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions related to asset accounting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Asset Accounting for further assistance.