How To Fix AY153 - The deactivation date is before the last transaction

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 153

• Message text: The deactivation date is before the last transaction

What causes this issue?

There is a transaction on the asset with the date &V1&.

System Response

The system does not allow deactivation on &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Change the deactivation date to a date after &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY153 - The deactivation date is before the last transaction ?

  The SAP error message AY153, which states "The deactivation date is before the last transaction," typically occurs in the context of asset management when you attempt to deactivate an asset that has had transactions recorded after a certain date. This error indicates that the system has detected that there are transactions (such as depreciation postings, transfers, or other asset-related activities) that occurred after the date you are trying to set for deactivation.
  Cause:
  
  Transaction History: The asset has transactions that were recorded after the proposed deactivation date.
  Incorrect Deactivation Date: The date you are trying to set for deactivation is earlier than the date of the last transaction recorded for that asset.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Transaction History:
  
  Review the asset's transaction history to identify the last transaction date. You can do this by navigating to the asset master record and checking the transaction logs.
  
  
  
  Adjust Deactivation Date:
  
  Set the deactivation date to a date that is on or after the last transaction date. This ensures that the system does not encounter any conflicts with existing transactions.
  
  
  
  Reverse or Adjust Transactions:
  
  If necessary, consider reversing or adjusting any transactions that may be causing the issue, but be cautious as this may have implications for financial reporting and asset management.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for asset management to ensure compliance with policies regarding asset deactivation.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Asset Management Module: This error is related to the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module in SAP, which manages fixed assets and their transactions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS02 (Change Asset), AS03 (Display Asset), and AS11 (Create Asset) to navigate the asset management functionalities effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to asset deactivation and error AY153.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully deactivate the asset.