How To Fix AA478 - Posting transaction is not possible (value date not allowed)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 478

• Message text: Posting transaction is not possible (value date not allowed)

What causes this issue?

A retirement was already posted on the asset &V1& &V2& on &V3&. Based
on the value date &V4& of the transaction, this transaction should have
been included in the calculation of values for the retirement.

System Response

The transaction is rejected.

How to fix this error?

Check the value date of the transaction.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA478 - Posting transaction is not possible (value date not allowed) ?

  The SAP error message AA478 ("Posting transaction is not possible (value date not allowed)") typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when you attempt to post a transaction with a value date that is not permitted according to the system's configuration or the asset's status.
  Causes:
  
  
  Value Date Restrictions: The value date you are trying to use for the posting may fall outside the allowed range defined in the system settings. This could be due to:
  
  The fiscal year being closed.
  The posting period being closed.
  The value date being set in the future or too far in the past.
  
  
  
  Asset Status: The asset may be in a status that does not allow postings, such as "inactive" or "not fully capitalized."
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for asset accounting may restrict postings to certain periods or dates.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check the Value Date: Ensure that the value date you are using for the posting is valid. It should be within an open posting period and not in the future.
  
  
  Open Posting Periods: Verify that the posting period for the transaction is open. You can check this in the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Posting Periods) to see if the period is open for the relevant company code.
  
  
  Asset Status: Check the status of the asset you are trying to post to. Ensure that it is active and eligible for postings. You can do this using transaction code AS03 (Display Asset) to view the asset details.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings in the asset accounting configuration. They may need to adjust the allowed posting periods or value date settings.
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction Codes: Ensure you are using the correct transaction codes for the type of posting you are trying to perform. For example, use AB01 for asset acquisition, AB02 for asset transfer, etc.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  AB01: Post Asset Acquisition
  AB02: Post Asset Transfer
  OB52: Maintain Posting Periods
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on asset accounting for more detailed information on posting transactions and value date rules.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.