How To Fix AU401 - Transfer of values from area &3 not possible; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Transfer of values from area &3 not possible; see long text

What causes this issue?

You specified that the values for depreciation area &V1& are adopted
from depreciation area &V3&. At the same time, depreciation area &V2& is
defined as a reference area for value transfer in Customizing.
Entering a reference area for value transfer on the selection screen is
allowed only for areas that do <ZH>not</> adopt values from another
area.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Change your entry, or modify the setting in Customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AU401 - Transfer of values from area &3 not possible; see long text ?

  The SAP error message AU401 indicates that there is an issue with the transfer of values from a specific area (denoted as &3 in the message) during the asset accounting process. This error typically arises in the context of asset transactions, such as acquisitions, retirements, or transfers, where the system is unable to process the values due to various reasons.
  Causes of AU401 Error
  
  Inconsistent Data: The data in the asset master record or the transaction data may be inconsistent or incomplete.
  Missing Configuration: There may be missing or incorrect configuration settings in the asset accounting module.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, preventing any further postings to that period.
  Invalid Account Assignment: The account assignment for the asset may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Currency Issues: There may be currency conversion issues if the asset is in a different currency than the company code.
  Depreciation Areas: The depreciation area may not be set up correctly or may not be active for the transaction being processed.
  
  Solutions to AU401 Error
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Review the asset master data for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all required fields are filled out and that the data is consistent.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that they are set up correctly. This includes checking the settings for depreciation areas, account determination, and posting periods.
  Open Posting Periods: Ensure that the posting period is open for the transaction you are trying to process. If it is closed, you may need to open it or post to a different period.
  Validate Account Assignments: Verify that the account assignments for the asset are valid and that the accounts exist in the system.
  Currency Settings: Check the currency settings for the asset and ensure that they are compatible with the company code currency.
  Consult Long Text: The error message may have a long text that provides additional details about the specific issue. You can view this long text in the SAP system for more context.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or AS03 (Display Asset) to review or modify asset data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Support may have provided specific solutions or workarounds.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for Asset Accounting for detailed information on configuration and common issues.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these areas, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further investigation.