How To Fix AC174 - Account assignment object &1 is activated although &2 is deactivated

AC174 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Account assignment object &1 is activated although &2 is deactivated

What causes this issue?

You have already selected an area. Because of unique assignment when
the 'insert' function is used later on, you can only select one area.

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?

Either cancel the selection using 'insert' or deselect the area by
using 'F9' again on this line.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC174 - Account assignment object &1 is activated although &2 is deactivated ?

  The SAP error message AC174 indicates a mismatch in the activation status of account assignment objects in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. Specifically, it means that an account assignment object (like a cost center, internal order, or project) is activated while another related object is deactivated. This can lead to inconsistencies in financial postings and asset management.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Activation Status: The primary cause of this error is that the account assignment object (e.g., cost center) is activated in the system, but the related object (e.g., internal order or project) is deactivated.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module that are not aligned, leading to this inconsistency.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation or modification of asset master records or account assignment objects can also trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Activation Status: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., AS01 for asset creation or AS02 for asset modification) and