How To Fix AAPO198 - Not all assets for group asset &1-&2 are deactivated (example &3-&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AAPO - Asset Accounting - Posting

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Not all assets for group asset &1-&2 are deactivated (example &3-&4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AAPO198 - Not all assets for group asset &1-&2 are deactivated (example &3-&4) ?

  The SAP error message AAPO198 indicates that not all assets within a specified group asset have been deactivated. This typically occurs during the process of deactivating a group asset in Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when there are still active individual assets associated with that group.
  Cause:
  
  Active Individual Assets: The group asset has one or more individual assets that are still active and have not been deactivated.
  Incorrect Deactivation Process: The deactivation process may not have been followed correctly, or there may be dependencies that prevent the deactivation of the group asset.
  Asset Status: The status of the individual assets may not allow for the group asset to be deactivated (e.g., if they are in use or have pending transactions).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Individual Assets: Review the individual assets associated with the group asset. You can do this by using transaction code AS03 (Display Asset) to check the status of each asset.
  Deactivate Individual Assets: If there are active individual assets, you will need to deactivate them first. This can be done using transaction code AS02 (Change Asset) and selecting the appropriate deactivation option.
  Review Asset Transactions: Ensure that there are no pending transactions (such as acquisitions, retirements, or transfers) that might be preventing the deactivation of the individual assets.
  Check for Dependencies: Look for any dependencies or configurations that might be preventing the deactivation of the group asset. This could include linked assets or specific settings in the asset master data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for deactivating assets to ensure compliance with procedures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS03: Display Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS01: Create Asset
  
  
  Asset Accounting Configuration: Review the configuration settings in Asset Accounting to ensure that they align with your organization's policies and procedures.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance on asset deactivation issues.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP's support portal for further assistance.