How To Fix AA146 - Open item management not possible for financial/leased assets (Correct)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 146

• Message text: Open item management not possible for financial/leased assets (Correct)

What causes this issue?

You want to activate open item management for leased/financial assets
in this class.

System Response

This is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Remove the open item management indicator or remove the definition as
leased/financial asset.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA146 - Open item management not possible for financial/leased assets (Correct) ?

  The SAP error message AA146, which states "Open item management not possible for financial/leased assets (Correct)," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when there is an attempt to manage open items for assets that are not configured to allow this functionality. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Asset Configuration: The asset in question may not be set up to allow open item management. This is often the case for financial or leased assets where the system does not support open item management.
  Asset Class Settings: The asset class associated with the asset may not be configured to allow open item management. This is a setting that can be defined in the asset class configuration.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not support open item management for the specific asset type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Asset Configuration:
  
  Go to the asset master record and check the configuration settings. Ensure that the asset is set up correctly for the intended use.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Class Settings:
  
  Navigate to the asset class configuration in the SAP system (Transaction code: OAOA).
  Check the settings for the asset class to see if open item management is enabled. If it is not, you may need to adjust the settings or create a new asset class that allows for open item management.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Types:
  
  Review the transaction types being used for asset postings. Ensure that they are compatible with the asset type and allow for open item management if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on configuring asset management settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on asset management configurations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  OAOA: Asset Class Configuration
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in asset accounting for further assistance.