How To Fix ACC_AA253 - Area &2, chart &1: "Posting in the G/L" is not allowed to be changed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 253

• Message text: Area &2, chart &1: "Posting in the G/L" is not allowed to be changed

What causes this issue?

Company code &V3&, assigned to chart of depreciation &V1& already has
data in depreciation area &V2&. Or a different company code that is
assigned to this chart of depreciation already has data in that
depreciation area.
Because of this, you are <ZH>not</> allowed to change the indicator<LS>
Posting in the General Ledger</>.
INCLUDE FAA_BUHBKT_NOCHANGE OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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?

If you are aware of the consequences of the change and you still want to
change the indicator<LS>Posting in the General Ledger</>, note the
following:
INCLUDE AA_MESSAGE_CONTROL OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACC_AA253 - Area &2, chart &1: "Posting in the G/L" is not allowed to be changed ?

  The SAP error message ACC_AA253 indicates that there is an issue with changing the posting in the General Ledger (G/L) for a specific area and chart of accounts. This error typically arises in the context of Asset Accounting (AA) when trying to modify a posting that has already been made in the G/L.
  Cause:
  
  Locked Posting Period: The posting period for the G/L account may be closed or locked, preventing any changes to the postings.
  Document Status: The document may be in a status that does not allow changes, such as being already posted or cleared.
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the Asset Accounting or G/L that restrict changes to postings after they have been made.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the G/L postings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Posting Period: Verify if the posting period is open. If it is closed, you may need to open it temporarily to make the necessary changes. This can be done in the transaction code OB52.
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the document in question. If it is already cleared or posted, you may need to reverse the document before making changes.
  Configuration Review: Review the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting and G/L to ensure that they allow for changes to postings. This may involve consulting with your SAP configuration team.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user attempting to make the change has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To manage posting periods.
  FB03: To display documents and check their status.
  AS03: To display asset master records.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on Asset Accounting and G/L postings.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.