How To Fix ACC_AA240 - Last posted period was adjusted automatically (key &1/&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACC_AA - Message Class for Function Group ACC_AA

• Message number: 240

• Message text: Last posted period was adjusted automatically (key &1/&2)

What causes this issue?

The field <LS>Period of Last Depreciation Posting</> was automatically
adjusted by the system in company code &V1& for depreciation area &V2&.

System Response

For posting areas, the system automatically adjusts the fields <LS>
Period of Last Depreciation Posting</> and <LS>Fiscal Year of Last
Depreciation Posting</> to the values of the corresponding leading area
of the ledger group. These fields are <ZH>not</> ready for input for
these areas.
For non-posting areas, the system automatically deletes the fields <LS>
Period of Last Depreciation Posting</> and <LS>Fiscal Year of Last
Depreciation Posting</>.

How to fix this error?

Check the changes in your system.
Make sure that the fields <LS>Period of Last Depreciation Posting</> and
<LS>Fiscal Year of Last Depreciation Posting</> match for all posting
areas of a ledger group. Make sure that the fiscal year matches the
transfer year and the period is smaller/equal to the transfer period,
taking the fiscal year variant into account that is relevant for the
ledger group from an asset accounting point of view.
If <ZH>no</> legacy data transfer took place during the year, the
company code is deactive, or <ZH>no</> depreciation could be posted in a
depreciation area, the above-mentioned fields are <ZH>not</> ready for
input.
Save the values to adopt them.
To discard the changes, choose <LS>Cancel</> in the Customizing
activity.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACC_AA240 - Last posted period was adjusted automatically (key &1/&2) ?

  The SAP error message ACC_AA240, which states "Last posted period was adjusted automatically (key &1/&2)," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when there is an issue with the posting periods for asset transactions. This message indicates that the system has automatically adjusted the last posted period for an asset due to certain conditions, such as changes in the fiscal year variant or adjustments in the posting periods.
  Cause:
  
  Fiscal Year Variant Changes: If the fiscal year variant has been changed or if the periods have been adjusted, the system may automatically adjust the last posted period for assets.
  Period Locking: If the posting period for the asset is locked or closed, the system may not allow further postings, leading to this message.
  Posting Period Configuration: Incorrect configuration of posting periods in the asset accounting settings can lead to this error.
  Manual Adjustments: If there were manual adjustments made to the asset or its related postings, it could trigger this message.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Periods: Verify the posting periods in the Asset Accounting configuration. Ensure that the periods are open for posting and that the fiscal year variant is correctly set up.
  Review Asset Transactions: Look into the asset transactions to see if there were any recent changes that could have affected the posting periods.
  Adjust Periods: If necessary, adjust the periods in the configuration to allow for the required postings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to Asset Accounting and posting periods for specific guidance on resolving this issue.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like OAVC (for managing asset periods) or OAAZ (for changing asset master data) to review and adjust settings as needed.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or system behavior.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in Asset Accounting, such as:
  
  OAYZ: Define fiscal year variant
  OAVC: Manage posting periods
  OAAZ: Change asset master data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Asset Accounting and posting periods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the ACC_AA240 error and implement a solution to resolve it.