How To Fix AA693 - Only an unplanned posting run is possible in this fiscal year.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 693

• Message text: Only an unplanned posting run is possible in this fiscal year.

What causes this issue?

You have already posted in fiscal years that come after &V2&. This
means that you can only post in the last posting period &V1& in fiscal
year &V2&. Or you can post to a special period, if one is set up. Since
you have not posted yet in this fiscal year, you must specify that the
depreciation posting run is unplanned.

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?

Please check the fiscal year entered. If you are certain you want to
post to fiscal year &V1&, you must start the depreciation posting run
in the last posting period (or in the special period). Be sure to
indicate that this posting run is unplanned, since it falls outside of
the normal posting cycle.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA693 - Only an unplanned posting run is possible in this fiscal year. ?

  The SAP error message AA693 ("Only an unplanned posting run is possible in this fiscal year") typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when you attempt to perform a planned posting run (such as depreciation posting) in a fiscal year that has already been closed for planned postings. This is a safeguard to prevent changes to financial data in a closed period.
  Cause:
  
  Fiscal Year Closure: The fiscal year has been closed for planned postings, meaning that no further planned postings (like depreciation) can be executed for that year.
  Posting Type: The system is expecting a planned posting but is only allowing unplanned postings due to the fiscal year status.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module may restrict planned postings in closed fiscal years.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Status: Verify the status of the fiscal year in question. If it is closed for planned postings, you will need to either:
  
  Open the fiscal year for planned postings (if your business processes allow for this).
  Perform an unplanned posting if necessary.
  
  
  
  Use Unplanned Posting: If you need to post something in a closed fiscal year, consider using an unplanned posting. This can be done through the transaction code AB01 (for unplanned depreciation) or similar transactions depending on your needs.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If you frequently encounter this issue and it is impacting your operations, you may want to review the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module. Consult with your SAP FI-AA configuration team to see if adjustments can be made to allow for planned postings in certain scenarios.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to Asset Accounting and fiscal year closing procedures for more detailed guidance.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  AB01: Unplanned Depreciation
  ABAVN: Unplanned Depreciation (for asset retirement)
  AJAB: Closing of the fiscal year in Asset Accounting
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate authorizations to perform the necessary actions in Asset Accounting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AA693 error and proceed with your asset postings as needed.