How To Fix FAA_MD097 - The deactivation date in ledger &1 is before the last retirement date &2

FAA_MD097 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_MD - Fixed Asset Master

• Message number: 097

• Message text: The deactivation date in ledger &1 is before the last retirement date &2

What causes this issue?

There is a transaction on the asset with the date &V2&.

System Response

The system does <ZH>not</> allow deactivation on &V2&.

How to fix this error?

Change the deactivation date to a date after &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_MD097 - The deactivation date in ledger &1 is before the last retirement date &2 ?

  The SAP error message FAA_MD097 indicates that there is an issue with the deactivation date of an asset in the specified ledger. Specifically, the error occurs when the deactivation date is set to a date that is earlier than the last retirement date of the asset. This situation is not allowed because it creates a logical inconsistency in the asset's lifecycle.
  
  Cause:
  
  Deactivation Date: The deactivation date you are trying to enter is earlier than the last retirement date of the asset.
  Asset Lifecycle: In SAP, the asset lifecycle must be maintained in a logical order. You cannot deactivate an asset before it has been retired.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the deactivation date is set to a date that is equal to or later than the last retirement date of the asset. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check the Last Retirement Date: Review the asset's history to find