How To Fix AA234 - Choose interval before & or after &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 234

• Message text: Choose interval before & or after &

What causes this issue?

You want to change an interval. When creating an asset, you can only
enter a new time interval.
The new interval must be before &V1& and after &V2&.

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?

You can do one of the following:
Enter a new interval before &V1& or after &V2&.
If you want to make a change within the existing time interval,
you have to do this using the transaction "Change asset."

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA234 - Choose interval before & or after & ?

  The SAP error message AA234 ("Choose interval before & or after &") typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when there is an issue with the selection of intervals for asset transactions. This error indicates that the system expects you to specify a time interval for the asset transaction, but the input provided does not meet the required criteria.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Selection: The error often arises when the user tries to perform an action (like posting an asset transaction) without properly defining the date range. For example, if you are trying to post an asset acquisition or retirement, the system requires a clear interval (before or after a specific date).
  Missing Parameters: The required parameters for the transaction may not have been filled in correctly, leading to ambiguity in the date selection.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module that are not set up correctly, leading to