How To Fix AA753 - Please enter a transaction type for posting depreciation.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 753

• Message text: Please enter a transaction type for posting depreciation.

What causes this issue?

Processing was interrupted, because of a missing entry in
Customizing.

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 enter a transaction type for depreciation. This takes place
during maintenance of transaction types in Customizing under
'default transaction types.'

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA753 - Please enter a transaction type for posting depreciation. ?

  The SAP error message AA753, which states "Please enter a transaction type for posting depreciation," typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when you attempt to post depreciation without specifying a transaction type. This can happen during the execution of the depreciation run or when manually posting depreciation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Transaction Type: The most common cause of this error is that the transaction type for posting depreciation has not been specified in the configuration or during the transaction.
  Configuration Issues: The transaction type may not be defined in the system, or the configuration for the asset class may not be set up correctly.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the transaction type in the relevant fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  Specify Transaction Type: Ensure that you enter a valid transaction type when posting depreciation. This can usually be done in the transaction screen where you are posting the depreciation.
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Depreciation > Define Transaction Types.
  Ensure that the transaction types for depreciation are correctly defined and assigned to the relevant asset classes.
  
  
  Review Asset Class Settings: Check the settings for the asset class you are working with to ensure that it is configured to allow depreciation postings.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post depreciation. Sometimes, lack of permissions can lead to issues in posting transactions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Types: In SAP, transaction types are used to differentiate between various types of postings (e.g., acquisition, depreciation, transfer). Each transaction type has specific settings that determine how the posting is processed.
  Depreciation Run: If you are running a mass depreciation run (Transaction code: AFAB), ensure that the parameters are set correctly, including the selection of the appropriate transaction type.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on Asset Accounting and transaction types.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.