How To Fix FAA_MD102 - Cap. date in ledger &1 must be earlier than or same as transfer date &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_MD - Fixed Asset Master

• Message number: 102

• Message text: Cap. date in ledger &1 must be earlier than or same as transfer date &2

What causes this issue?

The capitalization date is later than the transfer date &V2& for the
legacy data transfer of assets.

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?

Correct the capitalization date.
Or if you want to create an asset with this capitalization date, use the
app or the transaction for creating new assets.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_MD102 - Cap. date in ledger &1 must be earlier than or same as transfer date &2 ?

  The SAP error message FAA_MD102 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the capitalized date in the ledger and the transfer date in the asset accounting module. Specifically, the capitalized date (or acquisition date) must be earlier than or the same as the transfer date. This error typically occurs during asset transfers or when trying to post transactions related to fixed assets.
  Cause:
  
  Date Mismatch: The capitalized date of the asset is set to a later date than the transfer date. This can happen if the asset was acquired after the transfer date.
  Incorrect Data Entry: During the asset transfer process, the dates may have been entered incorrectly.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the asset accounting settings in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dates: Review the capitalized date of the asset and the transfer date. Ensure that the capitalized date is earlier than or the same as the transfer date.
  
  You can check this in the asset master record (transaction code AS03).
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If the capitalized date is incorrect, you may need to adjust it. This can be done through the asset master record or by using the appropriate transaction codes (e.g., AS02 for changing asset master data).
  
  
  Re-enter Transfer: If the dates are correct but the error persists, try re-entering the transfer transaction to ensure that all data is correctly inputted.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files for any specific guidelines related to asset transfers and date handling.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the issue continues, consult with your SAP administrator or technical team to check the configuration settings related to asset accounting.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  AS02: Change Asset Master Record
  ABT1N: Transfer within Company Code
  ABT2N: Transfer between Company Codes
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to asset master data and perform transfers.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, conduct a test transfer to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAA_MD102 error and successfully process your asset transfer.