How To Fix AB073 - Enter a transaction type with revenue account assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AB -

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Enter a transaction type with revenue account assignment

What causes this issue?

It is not possible to process using this transaction type.

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?

The worklist was created for posting retirement with revenue. However,
transaction type &V1& is set up for posting without revenue. Choose a
transaction type with revenue posting.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AB073 - Enter a transaction type with revenue account assignment ?

  The SAP error message AB073, which states "Enter a transaction type with revenue account assignment," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when you are trying to post a transaction that requires a specific transaction type that is associated with a revenue account assignment.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Transaction Type: The transaction type you are trying to use does not have a revenue account assignment configured in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The configuration for the transaction type may not be set up correctly in the system, particularly in the Asset Accounting settings.
  Posting to the Wrong Account: You may be attempting to post a transaction that is not intended for revenue accounts, or the account you are trying to use is not set up to handle revenue postings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AB073 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transaction Type:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (Transaction code: OAOA).
  Verify that the transaction type you are using is correctly defined and has the appropriate revenue account assignment.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type is configured to allow postings to revenue accounts. You can check this in the configuration settings under "Define Transaction Types" (Transaction code: OAOA).
  Make sure that the relevant account determination settings are in place for the transaction type.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction Type:
  
  If the transaction type you are using is not meant for revenue postings, switch to a transaction type that is designed for that purpose.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific transaction type and its intended use.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to post transactions with the selected transaction type.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Types: In SAP, transaction types are used to categorize different types of asset transactions (e.g., acquisitions, retirements, transfers). Each transaction type can have specific settings that determine how the system processes the transaction.
  Account Determination: This is a critical part of the configuration in Asset Accounting, where you define which accounts are used for different types of transactions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to the AB073 error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.