How To Fix AA521 - Enter transaction type, asset value date and amount posted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 521

• Message text: Enter transaction type, asset value date and amount posted

What causes this issue?

You have not made all the necessary entries for posting simulation.

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?

Enter transaction type, asset value date and amount posted.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA521 - Enter transaction type, asset value date and amount posted ?

  The SAP error message AA521 typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when you are trying to post a transaction related to an asset, but the system requires additional information that has not been provided. Specifically, this error indicates that the transaction type, asset value date, and amount must be entered before the transaction can be processed.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by missing mandatory fields in the asset transaction entry. The required fields are:
  
  Transaction Type: This indicates the type of asset transaction you are performing (e.g., acquisition, retirement, transfer).
  Asset Value Date: This is the date on which the asset transaction is effective.
  Amount Posted: This is the monetary value associated with the transaction.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AA521 error, you need to ensure that all required fields are filled in correctly. Here are the steps to follow:
  
  
  Check Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that you have selected a valid transaction type from the dropdown list. The transaction