How To Fix FAA_CFG_CHECK209 - AssetCl &1: Validity of ValView &2 greater than the adopting ValView &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 209

• Message text: AssetCl &1: Validity of ValView &2 greater than the adopting ValView &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_CFG_CHECK209 - AssetCl &1: Validity of ValView &2 greater than the adopting ValView &3 ?

  The SAP error message FAA_CFG_CHECK209 typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when there is a configuration issue related to the validity periods of valuation views for an asset. This error indicates that the validity of a valuation view (ValView &2) is greater than the validity of the adopting valuation view (ValView &3). 
  Cause:
  
  Valuation View Configuration: The error arises when the configuration of the valuation views for an asset is inconsistent. Specifically, it means that the validity period of the valuation view being referenced (ValView &2) extends beyond the validity period of the valuation view that is adopting it (ValView &3).
  Incorrect Time Periods: This can happen if the time periods for the valuation views are not set correctly in the system, leading to overlaps or gaps that violate the rules of asset valuation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Valuation View Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the section for defining valuation views and check the validity periods for ValView &2 and ValView &3.
  Ensure that the validity period of ValView &2 does not exceed that of ValView &3.
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Periods:
  
  If you find that the validity periods are incorrectly set, adjust them so that ValView &2's validity period is within the bounds of ValView &3.
  Make sure to save your changes and transport them if necessary.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data:
  
  Check the asset master data for any inconsistencies that might be causing this error.
  Ensure that the asset is assigned to the correct valuation views and that the periods align correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the asset transactions again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OAOA (for defining valuation views) and AS02 (to change asset master data) to navigate through the relevant settings.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Asset Accounting for detailed information on valuation views and their configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAA_CFG_CHECK209 error and ensure that your asset valuation views are configured correctly.