How To Fix AU209 - Posting already made to asset &-&.

AU209 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AU - FI-AA utility program error messages

• Message number: 209

• Message text: Posting already made to asset &-&.

What causes this issue?

Posting has already been made to the asset. Automatic initial posting
can, therefore, no longer be made.

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?

The function for automatic initial posting to a leased asset is only
intended for assets for which no postings have been made.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AU209 - Posting already made to asset &-&. ?

  The SAP error message AU209 ("Posting already made to asset &-&.") typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction to an asset that has already been posted to in the current period. This error is common in asset accounting when trying to make a second posting to an asset that has already been processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Posting: The most common cause is that a posting (such as acquisition, transfer, or retirement) has already been made to the asset in the current period.
  Period Lock: The posting period may be closed or locked for further postings, preventing any additional transactions from being recorded.
  Incorrect Asset Number: The asset number you are trying to post to may be incorrect or not exist in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Previous Postings: Review the asset history to confirm if a posting has already been made. You can do this by using transaction codes like AW01N (Asset Explorer) to view the