How To Fix FAA_MD899 - Function is no longer supported; redesigned asset master data is active

FAA_MD899 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_MD - Fixed Asset Master

• Message number: 899

• Message text: Function is no longer supported; redesigned asset master data is active

What causes this issue?

The new asset master data is activated in the system.
The asset master data has been completely redesigned. As a consequence,
some functions are no longer available.
Example:
It is <ZH>not</> possible to create assets from within a purchase order.

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?

Example:
Instead of creating an asset from a purchase order, proceed as follows:
Use the <LS>Manage Fixed Assets</> app to create the asset master
record. Then create the purchase order and enter the asset master data.

What causes this issue?

The business function <AB>FIN_AA_CONFIG_REDESIGN_1</> is active. This
business function includes a complete redesign of asset master data. As
a consequence, some functions are no longer available.
Example:
It is <ZH>not</> possible to create assets from within a purchase order.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Example:
Instead of creating an asset from a purchase order, proceed as follows:
Use the <LS>Manage Fixed Assets</> app to create the asset master
record. Then create the purchase order and enter the asset master data.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_MD899 - Function is no longer supported; redesigned asset master data is active ?

  The SAP error message FAA_MD899 indicates that the function you are trying to use is no longer supported because the redesigned asset master data functionality is active in your system. This typically occurs when a company has migrated to a newer version of SAP that includes enhancements to the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module, particularly regarding how asset master data is managed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Redesigned Asset Master Data: The error arises because the system is configured to use the new asset master data structure, which may not support certain legacy functions or transactions that were available in previous versions.
  Configuration Settings: The system settings may have been updated to enable the new asset management features, which can lead to incompatibility with older functions.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Use Updated Transactions: Instead of using the old transaction codes or functions that are no longer supported, you should switch to the new transactions or processes that are designed for the redesigned asset