How To Fix AAPO230 - Difference between closed years in areas is too large

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AAPO - Asset Accounting - Posting

• Message number: 230

• Message text: Difference between closed years in areas is too large

What causes this issue?

Closed fiscal year <(>&<)>V2<(>&<)> in area <(>&<)>V1<(>&<)> is at least
two years earlier than the fiscal year close in the areas to be posted.
In Asset Accounting, the difference between the closed fiscal years in
different depreciation areas of a company code is only allowed to be 1
year.

System Response

The posting is rejected.

How to fix this error?

Close the fiscal years in the depreciation areas so that the difference
between the closed fiscal years is a maximum of one year.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AAPO230 - Difference between closed years in areas is too large ?

  The SAP error message AAPO230, which states "Difference between closed years in areas is too large," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when there is a significant discrepancy in the values of closed fiscal years across different areas (such as book depreciation area, tax area, etc.). This can happen during processes like asset transfers, adjustments, or when running depreciation calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Discrepancy in Depreciation Values: The error often arises when the depreciation values for closed years in different areas do not match or are inconsistent. This can happen if there were manual adjustments or incorrect postings made in the asset accounting areas.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration of the asset accounting settings or depreciation areas can lead to inconsistencies.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or if there were changes in the asset master data, it could lead to discrepancies in the closed years.
  Posting Errors: Errors in posting transactions related to assets can also cause this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Review the asset master data for the affected assets. Ensure that the values for closed years in all depreciation areas are consistent.
  Reconcile Depreciation Areas: Compare the depreciation values across different areas for the closed years. If discrepancies are found, adjustments may need to be made to align the values.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for asset accounting and ensure that they are set up correctly for all depreciation areas.
  Adjust Postings: If there are incorrect postings, reverse or adjust them as necessary to correct the values in the closed years.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for specific guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like AS02 (Change Asset), AS03 (Display Asset), or S_ALR_87011990 (Asset History Sheet) to analyze and correct the asset data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in Asset Accounting for managing and reviewing asset data.
  Testing: After making adjustments, run the depreciation calculation again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  Backup Data: Always ensure that you have a backup of your data before making significant changes to asset accounting records.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Asset Accounting for further assistance.