How To Fix AA189 - Default transaction type for document simulation missing (Create)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 189

• Message text: Default transaction type for document simulation missing (Create)

What causes this issue?

To check the depreciation terms and the determination of depreciation
start date, a transaction simulation is performed. The system cannot
find the corresponding simulation transaction types in the default
transaction types.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Define the simulation transaction type under the transaction &V1&
(name of the transaction 'external acquisition').
Use an acquisition transaction type.
You find this in Asset Customizing (Transactions -> Transaction
types -> Goto -> Default).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA189 - Default transaction type for document simulation missing (Create) ?

  The SAP error message AA189 indicates that there is a missing default transaction type for document simulation in the Asset Accounting (AA) module. This error typically occurs when you attempt to simulate a document for asset transactions, but the system cannot find the necessary configuration for the transaction type.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the default transaction type for document simulation has not been defined in the system. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Configuration: The transaction type for asset transactions may not have been set up in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the transaction type may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it may not have included the necessary settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AA189 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the following path:
  SPRO -> IMG -> Financial Accounting (New) -> Asset Accounting -> Integration -> Define Transaction Types
  
  Ensure that the relevant transaction types for document simulation are defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Define Default Transaction Type:
  
  If the transaction type is missing, you will need to create it. Make sure to define the default transaction type for the document simulation.
  You can also check the existing transaction types to ensure that they are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Assign Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type is assigned to the relevant company code and that it is active.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the document simulation.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the document simulation again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Types: Transaction types in Asset Accounting define how asset transactions are processed and how they affect the general ledger.
  Document Simulation: This feature allows users to simulate the posting of asset transactions without actually posting them, which is useful for testing and validation purposes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or Functional team for further investigation or to check for any system-specific issues.