How To Fix AA338 - An entry using this combination is not allowed (see long text)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 338

• Message text: An entry using this combination is not allowed (see long text)

What causes this issue?

You have made contradictory entries regarding the determination
of values.
The possible entries are as follows:
- You want to post a complete retirement
=> Set the indicator for complete retirement, do not make any
other entries
- You want to post a partial retirement
=> Enter either the amount or the appropriate percentage
rate. If quantity updating is used for the asset, you can
also enter a quantity.
=> Enter only the quantity being retired (this is only possible if you
are not dealing with a generic retirement, and quantity
updating is used for the asset).

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?

Check your entries.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA338 - An entry using this combination is not allowed (see long text) ?

  The SAP error message AA338 ("An entry using this combination is not allowed (see long text)") typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when you are trying to post a transaction that violates certain configuration rules or constraints set in the system. This error can arise due to various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Asset Class: The asset class you are trying to use may not be allowed for the specific transaction type or may not be configured correctly.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: The transaction type you are using may not be compatible with the asset class or the specific asset.
  Missing Configuration: There may be missing configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module that prevent the combination of asset class and transaction type from being valid.
  Depreciation Areas: The depreciation area settings may not allow the combination of the asset class and the transaction type.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or