How To Fix AA118 - Account alloc. & not allowed (Check your entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Account alloc. & not allowed (Check your entry)

What causes this issue?

Account allocation &V1& has not been defined.

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?

A. Use defined account allocation (Possible entries F4)
or
B. Define account allocation using the Customizing functions.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA118 - Account alloc. & not allowed (Check your entry) ?

  The SAP error message AA118 ("Account allocation not allowed (Check your entry)") typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when there is an issue with the account assignment for an asset transaction. This error indicates that the system has detected an inconsistency or an invalid entry related to account allocation.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Account Assignment: The account you are trying to use for the asset transaction may not be valid for the type of transaction you are performing.
  Account Determination Issues: The configuration for account determination in Asset Accounting may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the account.
  Missing Configuration: The necessary configuration for the asset class or transaction type may be missing or incorrect.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transaction types may have restrictions on which accounts can be used.
  Incorrect Asset Class: The asset class assigned to the asset may not allow the type of transaction you are trying to perform.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Account Assignment: Verify that the account you are trying to use is valid for the transaction type and asset class. Ensure that the account is correctly set up in the system.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting and check the account determination settings. Ensure that the necessary accounts are assigned to the relevant asset classes and transaction types.
  Validate Asset Class: Ensure that the asset class assigned to the asset allows the type of transaction you are trying to perform. You can check this in the asset master data.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to Asset Accounting for specific guidelines on account assignments and restrictions.
  Test with Different Data: If possible, try to perform the transaction with a different asset or account to see if the issue persists. This can help isolate whether the problem is with specific data or a broader configuration issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or AS03 (Display Asset) to check asset details.
  Configuration Path: The configuration for Asset Accounting can typically be found under the following path in the SAP menu: 
  
  SPRO > Financial Accounting > Asset Accounting > Account Determination.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Asset Accounting.