How To Fix AA077 - Enter posting period.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 077

• Message text: Enter posting period.

What causes this issue?

You have selected a report according to posted depreciation,
but you have not entered a posting period.

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?

Please enter a posting period for the report.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA077 - Enter posting period. ?

  The SAP error message AA077, which states "Enter posting period," typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when a user attempts to post a transaction without specifying a valid posting period. This can happen during various activities, such as asset acquisitions, transfers, or retirements.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Posting Period: The user has not entered a valid posting period for the transaction.
  Closed Posting Period: The posting period for the transaction date is closed in the system, preventing any postings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post in the specified period.
  
  Configuration Issues: The posting periods may not be properly configured in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Valid Posting Period: Ensure that you enter a valid posting period when prompted. This can usually be done in the transaction screen where the error occurs.
  Check Posting Period Status: Verify if the posting period for the transaction date is open. You can do this by navigating