How To Fix FAA_POST005 - FI-AA (New) is not compatible with old depreciation calculation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_POST - FIAA Posting Messages (Object-Oriented Kernel)

• Message number: 005

• Message text: FI-AA (New) is not compatible with old depreciation calculation

What causes this issue?

The old depreciation calculation is active in your system.
However, this function is <ZH>not</> compatible with the business
function <AB>FIN_AA_PARALLEL_VAL</>.
However, the business function <AB>FIN_AA_PARALLEL_VAL</> is compatible
with the new depreciation calculation (depreciation calculation program
(DCP)); the new depreciation calculation is part of the Enterprise
Extension <LS>EA-FIN</>.

System Response

It is <ZH>not</> possible to activate the business function <AB>
FIN_AA_PARALLEL_VAL</>.

How to fix this error?

If you want to use the business function <AB>FIN_AA_PARALLEL_VAL</>, you
have to activate the Enterprise Extension <LS>EA-FIN</>; then the old
depreciation calculation is replaced by the new depreciation
calculation.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_POST005 - FI-AA (New) is not compatible with old depreciation calculation ?

  The SAP error message FAA_POST005 indicates that there is a compatibility issue between the new depreciation calculation method (FI-AA) and the old method. This typically arises when there are inconsistencies in the asset accounting settings or when an asset has been migrated from an older version of SAP to a newer one, and the depreciation calculation methods are not aligned.
  Cause:
  
  Migration Issues: If assets were migrated from an older version of SAP, the system may still be using the old depreciation calculation methods, which are not compatible with the new methods introduced in the latest version.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration settings for asset accounting may not be properly aligned. This can happen if the new depreciation calculation method has been activated but the old method is still in use for certain assets.
  Asset Master Data: The asset master data may have inconsistencies, such as incorrect settings for depreciation areas or calculation methods.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. Ensure that the new depreciation calculation method is properly configured and that all relevant settings are updated.
  
  Transaction Code: OAYZ (for depreciation areas)
  Transaction Code: OAYD (for depreciation calculation methods)
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data: Check the asset master data for the affected assets. Ensure that the depreciation areas and calculation methods are consistent with the new settings.
  
  Transaction Code: AS02 (to change asset master data)
  
  
  
  Run the Migration Program: If the issue is due to migration, consider running the migration program to update the asset data to be compatible with the new depreciation calculation.
  
  Transaction Code: ABLDT (for asset migration)
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform testing to ensure that the depreciation calculations are now functioning correctly without errors.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Asset Accounting and depreciation methods to understand the implications of changing calculation methods.
  Training: Ensure that users involved in asset accounting are trained on the new depreciation calculation methods and understand how to manage assets under the new system.
  Change Management: Implement a change management process to handle updates to asset accounting configurations to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAA_POST005 error and ensure that your asset accounting processes are functioning correctly.