How To Fix /ATL/ASSET186 - Period & does not exist in the history

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ATL/ASSET -

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Period & does not exist in the history

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ATL/ASSET186 - Period & does not exist in the history ?

  The SAP error message /ATL/ASSET186 Period & does not exist in the history typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when you are trying to post a transaction or perform an operation related to asset management, and the specified period is not available in the system's history.
  Cause:
  
  
  Period Not Open: The most common cause of this error is that the accounting period you are trying to access is not open for posting. In SAP, periods are defined in the fiscal year variant, and if the period is closed, you cannot post transactions for that period.
  
  
  Incorrect Period: The period specified in the transaction may be incorrect or may not correspond to the fiscal year variant assigned to the company code.
  
  
  Missing History Data: If the history data for the asset is not maintained or has been deleted, the system may not find the required period.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (Change Posting Periods) to check if the period you are trying to post to is open. If it is closed, you may need to open it for posting or choose a different period that is open.
  
  
  
  Verify Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Ensure that the fiscal year variant assigned to your company code is correct and that the periods are defined properly. You can check this in the configuration settings under SPRO > Financial Accounting > Financial Accounting Global Settings > Fiscal Year > Maintain Fiscal Year Variant.
  
  
  
  Check Asset History:
  
  Review the asset history to ensure that the necessary data exists for the period in question. You can use transaction AW01N to view asset details and history.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Date:
  
  If the period is indeed closed and you cannot open it, consider adjusting the posting date of your transaction to a period that is open.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of opening a period or changing a posting date, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: Change Posting Periods
  AW01N: Asset Explorer
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG for configuration settings
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Asset Accounting for more detailed information on managing periods and asset transactions.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and change posting periods in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and proceed with your asset accounting tasks.