How To Fix FAA_MD001 - Start of calculation & is in the future

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_MD - Fixed Asset Master

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Start of calculation & is in the future

What causes this issue?

The start of calculation &V1& is in the future.

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?

If the date has been set during an internal system conversion, check
whether the date should really be in the future.
If necessary, correct the date manually.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_MD001 - Start of calculation & is in the future ?

  The SAP error message FAA_MD001 ("Start of calculation & is in the future") typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when you are trying to perform a calculation (such as depreciation calculation) for a period that has not yet started or is in the future. This can happen if the date you are using for the calculation is beyond the current date or the period is not open for posting.
  Cause:
  
  Future Date: The date specified for the calculation is set in the future.
  Closed Period: The period you are trying to calculate for is closed in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the fiscal year or periods may not be set correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Ensure that the date you are using for the calculation is not in the future. Adjust it to a valid date that is either today or in the past.
  Open the Period: If you are trying to calculate for a closed period, you may need to open that period in the system. This can be done by:
  
  Navigating to the transaction code OB52 (Change View "Periods": Overview).
  Adjusting the period settings to allow postings for the required fiscal year and period.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the fiscal year variant and ensure that the periods are defined correctly. This can be done in the following way:
  
  Use transaction code OB29 to check the fiscal year variant settings.
  Ensure that the periods are defined and open for the relevant fiscal year.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OB52: To manage posting periods.
  OB29: To configure fiscal year variants.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions required to resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAA_MD001 error and successfully perform the required calculations in SAP Asset Accounting.