How To Fix AA598 - RAFABNEW started with transfer of values from area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 598

• Message text: RAFABNEW started with transfer of values from area &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA598 - RAFABNEW started with transfer of values from area &1 ?

  The SAP error message AA598 typically relates to Asset Accounting (FI-AA) and indicates an issue with the transfer of values during the asset transfer process. The message suggests that the RAFABNEW program (which is used for asset transfer) has encountered a problem when trying to start the transfer of values from a specified area.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including but not limited to:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the asset accounting settings, such as the areas not being properly defined or activated.
  Data Inconsistencies: Missing or inconsistent data in the asset master records or in the transfer data.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of necessary authorizations for the user executing the transfer.
  Technical Errors: Issues in the underlying program logic or database inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AA598 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the asset areas are correctly configured in the system. Verify that the necessary settings for asset transfer are