How To Fix FAA_MD131 - &1 &2 cannot be overwritten in time interval &3

FAA_MD131 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_MD - Fixed Asset Master

• Message number: 131

• Message text: &1 &2 cannot be overwritten in time interval &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_MD131 - &1 &2 cannot be overwritten in time interval &3 ?

  The SAP error message FAA_MD131 typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when there is an attempt to overwrite a transaction or record that is locked due to a time interval restriction. This error indicates that the asset master data (or related transaction) cannot be modified because it falls within a period that is already closed or restricted for changes.
  
  Cause:
  
  Closed Period: The most common cause is that the period in which you are trying to make changes is already closed in the financial accounting settings.
  Posting Restrictions: There may be posting restrictions set up in the system that prevent changes to asset data during certain periods.
  Locked Transactions: The asset may have transactions that are locked for editing due to prior postings or adjustments.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Status: Verify the status of the posting period in the financial accounting settings. If the period is closed, you may need to open it temporarily