How To Fix AA340 - Amount posted in area & is less than/equal to area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 340

• Message text: Amount posted in area & is less than/equal to area &

What causes this issue?

The amount posted in area &V1& is less than or equal to the amount
posted in area &V2&.

System Response

Since area &V1& is an area in which transfers between groups are
managed in gross amounts, the system expects a higher amount to be
posted in this area than in area &V2&, as well as the entry of the
proportional accumulated depreciation that was transferred.

How to fix this error?

Check the amounts you entered.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA340 - Amount posted in area & is less than/equal to area & ?

  The SAP error message AA340 typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when there is an inconsistency in the asset values across different areas of asset accounting. This error indicates that the amount posted in one area is less than or equal to the amount in another area, which is not allowed according to the configuration of the asset accounting system.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Asset Values: The error usually arises when there are discrepancies between the values of the asset in different depreciation areas. For example, if the asset is set up with multiple depreciation areas (like book value and tax value), the values must be consistent according to the rules defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the asset accounting areas may not allow for the posting of certain amounts if they do not meet specific criteria.
  Posting Errors: There may have been an error in the posting process, such as posting a value that does not comply with the defined rules for the asset.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Asset Values: Review the asset values in the different depreciation areas. Ensure that the values are consistent and that the amount posted in one area does not violate the rules set for the other areas.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the asset accounting areas. Ensure that the settings allow for the type of postings you are trying to make.
  Adjust Postings: If you find that the posted amounts are incorrect, you may need to reverse the incorrect postings and re-post them with the correct amounts.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings related to asset accounting that may be causing the issue.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like AS03 (Display Asset) to view the asset details and AS02 (Change Asset) to make necessary adjustments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Depreciation Areas: Understand how different depreciation areas work in SAP and how they affect asset postings.
  Asset Master Data: Ensure that the asset master data is correctly maintained, including the settings for each depreciation area.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented in your SAP system, check if any user exits or BAdIs are affecting the asset postings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in Asset Accounting for further assistance.