How To Fix AC684 - You cannot create transaction type &1 manually.

AC684 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 684

• Message text: You cannot create transaction type &1 manually.

What causes this issue?

You want to create transaction type &V1&. However, the key for this
transaction type is not allowed, since transaction types 'Ixx', 'Jxx'
(xx = 00 - 99) and 'QKI' are automatically created by the system.

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?

Enter a different key for the new transaction type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC684 - You cannot create transaction type &1 manually. ?

  The SAP error message AC684, which states "You cannot create transaction type &1 manually," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when a user attempts to create a transaction type that is not allowed to be created manually. This is often related to the configuration settings in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Transaction Type Configuration: The transaction type you are trying to create is configured in the system to be generated automatically rather than manually. This is common for certain types of transactions that are meant to be processed through automated postings or specific business processes.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or modify certain transaction types.
  System Settings: The system may have specific settings that restrict the manual creation of certain transaction types to maintain data integrity and consistency.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset