How To Fix FAA_MD100 - Deactivation not possible in ledger &1; dep.area & has acquisition values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_MD - Fixed Asset Master

• Message number: 100

• Message text: Deactivation not possible in ledger &1; dep.area & has acquisition values

What causes this issue?

You cannot deactivate the asset because values from acquisition
postings exist in depreciation area &V2&.
Deactivation can only be posted for a complete retirement or a transfer.
The system then sets the deactivation date automatically.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_MD100 - Deactivation not possible in ledger &1; dep.area & has acquisition values ?

  The SAP error message FAA_MD100 indicates that deactivation of an asset is not possible in a specific ledger and depreciation area because the asset has acquisition values. This typically occurs when you attempt to deactivate an asset that still has financial values associated with it, such as acquisition costs or accumulated depreciation.
  Cause:
  
  Acquisition Values Present: The asset has acquisition values that have not been fully depreciated or cleared.
  Active Depreciation Area: The depreciation area in question is still active and has not been set to inactive.
  Ledger Configuration: The ledger configuration may not allow for the deactivation of assets with existing values.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Acquisition Values: Review the asset's acquisition values and ensure that they are fully depreciated. If not, you may need to complete the depreciation process before deactivating the asset.
  
  
  Deactivate Depreciation Areas: If the asset is no longer in use, consider deactivating the relevant depreciation areas. This can be done in the asset master record by navigating to the appropriate depreciation area and setting it to inactive.
  
  
  Clear Values: If the asset is being retired or disposed of, ensure that all acquisition values are cleared. This may involve posting a retirement transaction or transferring the asset to another category.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that the ledger allows for deactivation under the current conditions.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes such as AS02 (Change Asset) to review and modify the asset details, or ABAVN (Unplanned Depreciation) to adjust values if necessary.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on asset deactivation processes and requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and ABAVN (Unplanned Depreciation).
  Asset Accounting Configuration: Understanding the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Asset Accounting for further assistance.