How To Fix AC679 - Caution: Reporting for the past is no longer possible!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 679

• Message text: Caution: Reporting for the past is no longer possible!

What causes this issue?

You deselected the "time-independent organizational units" indicator,
and now want to manage organizational units in the future as
time-dependent in asset master records of company code &v1&.
It is not possible to completely reverse this change for assets, in
which the assignment to organizational units has already been processed
(while the "time-independent management..." indicator was set). All
time intervals for the organizational assignments "business area" and
"cost center" (and thereby also implicitly for "profit center") of
these assets have the same value. Therefore, it is <ZH>no longer</>
possible to report on these assets <ZH>in the past</> using the history
of these organizational units.
Any change you make now becomes effective for these assets only in the
future.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC679 - Caution: Reporting for the past is no longer possible! ?

  The SAP error message AC679, which states "Caution: Reporting for the past is no longer possible," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when you attempt to run reports or perform transactions that involve periods that have been closed in the system. This is a cautionary message indicating that the reporting period you are trying to access is no longer open for posting or reporting.
  Cause:
  
  Closed Posting Periods: The most common cause of this error is that the posting period for the asset transactions you are trying to report on has been closed. In SAP, once a period is closed, no further postings or adjustments can be made for that period.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict reporting on closed periods to prevent inconsistencies in financial reporting.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain periods or reports.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Periods: Verify the status of the posting periods in the system. You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Posting Periods": Overview) to see which periods are open or closed.
  Open the Period: If you need to report on a closed period, you may need to temporarily open that period. This can be done by an authorized user with the necessary permissions. However, be cautious with this approach, as it can affect financial integrity.
  Use Alternative Reporting: If opening the period is not feasible, consider using alternative reporting methods or tools that allow for historical data analysis without needing to access closed periods directly.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about the implications of changing posting periods, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure compliance with internal policies and regulations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as S_ALR_87011963 (Asset History Sheet) or S_ALR_87011964 (Asset Balances) for reporting purposes.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the reports and periods you need.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on Asset Accounting and reporting functionalities.
  
  Always ensure that any changes made to posting periods or reporting practices are in line with your organization's policies and procedures.