How To Fix AA293 - Deleting is not possible (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 293

• Message text: Deleting is not possible (see long text)

What causes this issue?

You cannot delete asset &V1&, sub-number &V2&, and you cannot mark it
for deletion. The asset is still active, for one of these reasons:
The asset still has values, because it has not been completely retired.
The asset does not have values, but the capitalization date was set
manually in the asset master record.
The system only allows deletion of inactive assets (assets with no
postings) or assets that are deactivated.

How to fix this error?

Assets that have values must be completely retired before they can be
deleted.
If there is no posting to the asset, you must manually remove the
capitalization date using the <LS>Change asset</> function. You can use
the <LS>Change old asset</> function to set a deactivation date for an
asset transferred from a previous system that does not have postings.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA293 - Deleting is not possible (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message AA293, which states "Deleting is not possible (see long text)," typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when you attempt to delete an asset that cannot be deleted due to certain constraints or conditions.
  Causes:
  
  Asset Status: The asset may be in a status that does not allow deletion, such as being in use, having posted transactions, or being part of a closed fiscal year.
  Depreciation Areas: If the asset has been assigned to depreciation areas that have posted transactions, it cannot be deleted.
  Dependencies: The asset may have dependencies with other objects, such as being linked to a cost center or internal order.
  Legal or Compliance Reasons: There may be legal or compliance reasons preventing the deletion of the asset, especially if it has been capitalized.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Asset Status: Review the status of the asset in the Asset Master Record. If it is in use or has posted transactions, you may need to reverse those transactions first.
  Clear Transactions: If there are posted transactions, consider reversing or clearing them before attempting to delete the asset.
  Change Asset Status: If applicable, change the asset status to allow for deletion. This may involve setting the asset to inactive or similar.
  Consult Long Text: The long text associated with the error message may provide specific details about why the deletion is not possible. You can access this by clicking on the error message or using transaction codes like SE91 to view the message class and long text.
  Use Transaction ABAVN: If you need to retire the asset instead of deleting it, consider using the transaction code ABAVN (Unplanned Depreciation) to retire the asset properly.
  Consult with SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), AS03 (Display Asset), and ABAVN (Unplanned Depreciation).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and help files related to Asset Accounting for more detailed procedures and guidelines.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete or modify asset records in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.