How To Fix AK008 - Posting not possible, system could not determine asset value date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AK - Group asset posting messages (SAPLAMUS)

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Posting not possible, system could not determine asset value date

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the specifications for determining the asset value date, and
enter the value date, if necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AK008 - Posting not possible, system could not determine asset value date ?

  The SAP error message AK008 ("Posting not possible, system could not determine asset value date") typically occurs when the system is unable to determine the value date for an asset posting. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Asset Master Data: The asset master record may not have the necessary information, such as the acquisition date or the capitalization date.
  Value Date Configuration: The system may not have the correct configuration for determining the value date based on the posting date or other parameters.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Transaction Type Configuration: The transaction type used for the asset posting may not be configured correctly to determine the value date.
  Missing Depreciation Areas: If the asset does not have the required depreciation areas set up, the system may not be able to determine the value date.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data:
  
  Go to the asset master record (transaction code AS03) and verify that all required fields, especially the acquisition date and capitalization date, are filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for asset accounting (transaction code OAOA) to ensure that the value date determination settings are correct.
  Ensure that the relevant transaction types are configured properly in the system.
  
  
  
  Verify Posting Period:
  
  Check if the posting period is open for the transaction you are trying to execute. You can do this in the transaction code OB52.
  
  
  
  Check Depreciation Areas:
  
  Ensure that the asset has the necessary depreciation areas defined. You can check this in the asset master record.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Scenarios:
  
  If possible, try posting with different assets or different transaction types to see if the issue persists, which can help isolate the problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  OAOA: Configure Asset Accounting
  OB52: Open/Close Posting Periods
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for AK008 in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform asset postings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AK008 error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.