How To Fix AC147 - Area & exceeds the maximum number of postings

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 147

• Message text: Area & exceeds the maximum number of postings

What causes this issue?

You have specified several depreciation areas in which revaluation is
to be managed. At least two of these areas are defined as areas in which
automatic online posting takes place.
The system cannot currently perform automatic online posting for more
than one area.

System Response

Further processing is interrupted until the error is corrected.

How to fix this error?

Since this error affects more than the posting of revaluation,
you must review the automatic posting definitions of your
depreciation areas.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC147 - Area & exceeds the maximum number of postings ?

  The SAP error message AC147 ("Area & exceeds the maximum number of postings") typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when there are too many postings in a specific area of an asset. This can happen when the number of transactions or postings exceeds the predefined limit set in the system for that particular asset area.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Posting Limit: Each asset area in SAP has a maximum number of postings allowed. If this limit is exceeded, the system will generate this error message.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum number of postings is defined in the configuration settings of the asset accounting module. If the limit is set too low for the volume of transactions being processed, this error can occur.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may have resulted in an unexpected number of postings in a short period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the asset area in question. You can do this by navigating to:
  
  SPRO ? Financial Accounting (New) ? Asset Accounting ? Integration ? Define Maximum Number of Postings per Area.
  Here, you can increase the maximum number of postings allowed for the specific asset area.
  
  
  
  Archive Old Postings: If the asset area has reached its limit due to a large number of historical postings, consider archiving old postings to free up space for new transactions.
  
  
  Review Transactions: Analyze the transactions that have been posted to the asset area. If there are any erroneous or duplicate postings, they should be corrected or reversed.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Asset Accounting for any specific guidelines or recommendations regarding this error.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and reviewing the transactions, it may be necessary to contact SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like AS03 (Display Asset) to view the asset details and postings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Exits and Enhancements: If your organization has custom developments, ensure that they are not affecting the posting limits or causing unexpected behavior.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AC147 error and continue processing transactions in the affected asset area.