How To Fix AO219 - The carry-forward indicator is set in more than one version.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AO - Appropriation requests - Master data / Customizing

• Message number: 219

• Message text: The carry-forward indicator is set in more than one version.

What causes this issue?

The 'carryforward' indicator is set in more than one version for
approval year &V1& and program type &V2&.
The system interprets this indicator for carrying forward plan values
for investment programs during the fiscal year change. The indicator
specifies which of the versions supplies the plan values from the old
year that are then carried forward to <ZH>all</> versions of the new
approval year.

System Response

The data cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Set the 'carryforward' indicator for approval year &V1& and program
type &V2& in only one version.
If you do not set the indicator in any version, the system carries
forward the plan values from version 0.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO219 - The carry-forward indicator is set in more than one version. ?

  The SAP error message AO219 indicates that there is a conflict with the carry-forward indicator in the Asset Accounting module. Specifically, it means that the carry-forward indicator is set in more than one version for the same asset, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to the following reasons:
  
  Multiple Versions: The asset has been assigned a carry-forward indicator in more than one version (e.g., in different fiscal years or periods).
  Configuration Issues: There may be a configuration issue in the Asset Accounting settings that allows multiple versions to have the carry-forward indicator set.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors during asset creation or modification can lead to this situation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AO219 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data:
  
  Go to the Asset Master Data (Transaction Code: AS03) and check the carry-forward indicator settings for the asset in question.
  Ensure that the carry-forward indicator is set only for one version.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module (Transaction Code: OAOA) to ensure that the carry-forward indicators are correctly defined.
  Make sure that the carry-forward indicator is not mistakenly set for multiple versions.
  
  
  
  Adjust Carry-Forward Settings:
  
  If you find that the carry-forward indicator is set for multiple versions, you will need to adjust the settings to ensure that it is only active for one version.
  You may need to consult with your SAP configuration team to make the necessary changes.
  
  
  
  Run Carry-Forward Program:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, you may need to run the carry-forward program again (Transaction Code: AFAB) to ensure that the carry-forward process is completed correctly.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom developments or enhancements in the Asset Accounting area, check if any of these could be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS03: Display Asset Master Data
  OAOA: Configure Carry-Forward Indicator
  AFAB: Run Carry-Forward Program
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Asset Accounting for more detailed information on carry-forward processes and configurations.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  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.