How To Fix AA836 - Asset for gain/loss posting & & is a group asset

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 836

• Message text: Asset for gain/loss posting & & is a group asset

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA836 - Asset for gain/loss posting & & is a group asset ?

  The SAP error message AA836 indicates that there is an issue with posting a gain or loss for a group asset. This typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction that is not allowed for group assets in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  
  Cause:
  
  Group Asset Configuration: The asset in question is a group asset, which means it is part of a collective group of assets. Group assets have specific rules regarding postings, especially concerning gains and losses.
  Posting Type: The transaction you are trying to execute (e.g., retirement, sale, or transfer) may not be valid for group assets. Group assets are usually managed at a higher level, and individual postings may not be allowed.
  Asset Class Settings: The asset class associated with the group asset may have restrictions on gain/loss postings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Asset Type: Verify if the asset you are trying to