How To Fix AU223 - Acquisition date and period could not be correctly reconciled.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Acquisition date and period could not be correctly reconciled.

What causes this issue?

The system could not determine the acquisition date and the
acquisition period. This is probably because an incorrect
capitalization date was entered.

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?

Correct your entry.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AU223 - Acquisition date and period could not be correctly reconciled. ?

  The SAP error message AU223, which states "Acquisition date and period could not be correctly reconciled," typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when there is a mismatch between the acquisition date of an asset and the fiscal period in which the acquisition is being recorded. This can happen during various transactions, such as asset acquisitions, transfers, or adjustments.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Acquisition Date: The acquisition date of the asset may fall outside the allowed fiscal periods.
  Period Locking: The fiscal period for the acquisition date may be closed or locked, preventing any postings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the fiscal year variant or the asset accounting settings.
  Posting Date Mismatch: The posting date of the transaction may not align with the acquisition date or the fiscal period.
  Asset Master Data Issues: The asset master data may not be correctly set up, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Acquisition Date: Verify that the acquisition date of the asset is correct and falls within an open fiscal period.
  Review Fiscal Periods: Ensure that the fiscal period for the acquisition date is open. You can check this in the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Fiscal Year Variants).
  Adjust Posting Date: If the posting date is causing the issue, adjust it to ensure it aligns with the acquisition date and the fiscal period.
  Review Asset Master Data: Check the asset master data for any inconsistencies or errors that may be causing the issue.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to fiscal year variants and asset accounting.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like AS02 (Change Asset) or AS01 (Create Asset) to make necessary adjustments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01, AS02, AS03 (Display Asset), and OB52.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Asset Accounting for best practices and guidelines on managing assets and fiscal periods.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform asset transactions.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Asset Accounting for further assistance.