How To Fix FAA_CFG_CHECK027 - CoCode &1, area &2: Valid-from year must be before valid-to year

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_CFG_CHECK - Message Class for consistency check of CFG objects

• Message number: 027

• Message text: CoCode &1, area &2: Valid-from year must be before valid-to year

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_CFG_CHECK027 - CoCode &1, area &2: Valid-from year must be before valid-to year ?

  The SAP error message FAA_CFG_CHECK027 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to the validity period of a certain asset in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. Specifically, the error states that the "valid-from year must be before the valid-to year" for a given company code (CoCode) and area.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The validity period for an asset is incorrectly defined, meaning the "valid-from" date is set to a year that is equal to or later than the "valid-to" date.
  There may be a configuration issue in the asset master data where the dates are not set correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data:
  
  Go to the Asset Master Data transaction (e.g., AS02 for changing an asset).
  Enter the asset number and company code, and navigate to the relevant area (e.g., depreciation area).
  Verify the "valid-from" and "valid-to" dates. Ensure that the "valid-from" date is earlier than the "valid-to" date.
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If the dates are incorrect, update them accordingly. Make sure to save the changes after correcting the dates.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings for the asset accounting area in the SAP system. This can be done through the SPRO transaction (Customizing).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Master Data > Define Asset Classes and ensure that the settings for the asset classes are correct.
  
  
  
  Check for Related Transactions:
  
  If the asset is involved in any transactions (e.g., acquisitions, transfers), ensure that those transactions are also correctly configured and do not have conflicting date settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct settings or need further assistance, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS02: Change Asset Master Data
  AS01: Create Asset Master Data
  AS03: Display Asset Master Data
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address similar issues or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  User Roles:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset master data and configuration settings.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAA_CFG_CHECK027 error and ensure that the asset's validity dates are correctly configured.