How To Fix AA212 - Please enter a date for the legacy data transfer

AA212 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Please enter a date for the legacy data transfer

What causes this issue?

The date for the transfer of legacy asset data has not been maintained
in company code &V1&.

System Response

You cannot process legacy data without specifying the legacy data
transfer date.

How to fix this error?

Define the legacy data transfer date for company code &V1& using the
Customizing function.
<DS:TRAN.OAB1>Definition of asset company code</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA212 - Please enter a date for the legacy data transfer ?

  The SAP error message AA212 ("Please enter a date for the legacy data transfer") typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when you are trying to perform a legacy data transfer for fixed assets. This error indicates that a required date field has not been filled in, which is necessary for the system to process the legacy data transfer correctly.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a date in the relevant field during the legacy data transfer process. This date is crucial as it indicates the point in time from which the asset data is being transferred into the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AA212 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Input Fields: Ensure that all required fields, especially the date fields, are filled in correctly. Look for fields related to the legacy data transfer, such as the transfer date or the start date for the asset.
  
  
  Enter a Valid Date: