How To Fix AY002 - Transaction type & is not supported

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AY - Deprec. simulation - maint. module (AIPS) /gen. master data

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Transaction type & is not supported

What causes this issue?

You entered transaction type &V1&. This transaction type is not
supported in the system.

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 call program should only use valid transacton types:
'A' - Display, 'V' - Change, 'H' - Create

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY002 - Transaction type & is not supported ?

  The SAP error message AY002, which states "Transaction type & is not supported," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting (FI-AA) when a transaction type that is not defined or not allowed in the system is being used. This can happen during various asset-related transactions, such as acquisitions, retirements, or transfers.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Transaction Type: The transaction type specified in the transaction is not defined in the system or is not valid for the operation being performed.
  Configuration Issues: The transaction type may not be configured correctly in the Asset Accounting settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction with the specified transaction type.
  System Settings: The transaction type may be restricted due to specific settings in the company code or asset class.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Transaction Type: Verify that the transaction type being used is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration in the Asset Accounting module.
  Configuration Review:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Transaction Types.
  Ensure that the transaction type is defined and properly configured for the relevant company code and asset class.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user's roles and authorizations.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction type to understand its intended use and any restrictions.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP helpdesk for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in Asset Accounting, such as:
  
  AB01: Asset Acquisition
  AB02: Asset Transfer
  AB08: Asset Retirement
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to the error message AY002 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AY002 error and implement a solution to resolve it.