How To Fix AA299 - Evaluation group & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 299

• Message text: Evaluation group & is not defined

What causes this issue?

The evaluation group &V1&, which was entered, is not defined.

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?

Please correct your entry, or define the evaluation group in
your system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA299 - Evaluation group & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message AA299, which states "Evaluation group & is not defined," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when the system is unable to find a specified evaluation group. Evaluation groups are used in asset accounting to categorize and evaluate assets for reporting and analysis purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Evaluation Group: The evaluation group specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The evaluation group may not have been set up correctly in the system, or it may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the evaluation group code entered by the user.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Evaluation Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP for Asset Accounting.
  Navigate to the path: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Asset Accounting > Valuation > Define Evaluation Groups.
  Verify if the evaluation group in question is defined. If it is not, you may need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create or Modify Evaluation Group:
  
  If the evaluation group does not exist, you can create a new one by following the configuration steps.
  If it exists but is not set up correctly, you may need to modify its settings.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the evaluation group code entered in the transaction to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Asset Accounting for additional context on evaluation groups and their usage.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify evaluation groups.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OAOA (for defining evaluation groups) or OAYB (for managing asset classes) to navigate to the relevant configuration areas.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AA299 error and ensure that the evaluation group is properly defined in your SAP system.