How To Fix AAPO165 - Reversal not possible, posting comes from change of organizational unit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AAPO - Asset Accounting - Posting

• Message number: 165

• Message text: Reversal not possible, posting comes from change of organizational unit

What causes this issue?

You tried to reverse a document that was created by a change to an
organizational unit that is assigned to asset &V1&. This is not
possible.

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?

Use the change documents to find the original assignment. Then remove
the change using master data maintenance.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AAPO165 - Reversal not possible, posting comes from change of organizational unit ?

  The SAP error message AAPO165 indicates that a reversal of a posting is not possible because the posting originated from a change in the organizational unit. This typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when there are changes in the organizational structure that affect asset postings.
  Cause:
  
  Change in Organizational Unit: The error usually arises when an asset has been posted to a different organizational unit, and you are trying to reverse a transaction that is linked to that change. This can happen if the asset was transferred between different company codes or business areas.
  Posting Restrictions: SAP has built-in restrictions to prevent the reversal of transactions that could lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting, especially when organizational units are involved.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Posting History: Review the asset's posting history to understand the transactions that have occurred. You can use transaction codes like AS03 (Display Asset) to view the asset details and its history.
  Manual Adjustment: If the reversal is not possible, you may need to manually adjust the asset values or create a new posting to correct the financial records. This could involve creating a new transaction that reflects the necessary adjustments.
  Consult with Finance Team: Engage with your finance or accounting team to determine the best course of action. They may have specific procedures in place for handling such situations.
  Use Alternative Transactions: If a direct reversal is not possible, consider using alternative transactions such as asset transfers or adjustments that can achieve the desired financial outcome without violating SAP's constraints.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in Asset Accounting, such as:
  
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  AB08: Reverse Asset Posting
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to Asset Accounting and organizational unit changes for more detailed guidance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional insights into handling organizational unit changes in asset accounting.
  
  If the issue persists or if you need further assistance, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for more tailored help.