How To Fix FAA_POST014 - &2: posting is not possible (asset &1 does not manage areas to be posted)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 014

• Message text: &2: posting is not possible (asset &1 does not manage areas to be posted)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_POST014 - &2: posting is not possible (asset &1 does not manage areas to be posted) ?

  The SAP error message FAA_POST014 indicates that a posting is not possible for a specific asset because it does not manage the areas that are required for the posting. This typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when trying to post transactions related to fixed assets.
  Cause:
  
  Asset Area Configuration: The asset in question may not be configured to manage the specific areas that are required for the posting. In SAP, assets can be assigned to different areas (e.g., book depreciation area, tax area, etc.), and if the asset is not set up to manage the area you are trying to post to, this error will occur.
  Posting Type: The type of posting you are trying to perform may not be compatible with the asset's configuration. For example, if you are trying to post a transaction that requires a specific area to be active, but that area is not assigned to the asset, the posting will fail.
  Asset Status: The asset may be in a status that does not allow postings, such as being locked or not fully activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Asset Configuration:
  
  Go to the Asset Master Record (transaction code AS03) and check the configuration of the asset.
  Ensure that the required areas are activated for the asset. You can do this by navigating to the "Depreciation Areas" tab and verifying that the necessary areas are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Type:
  
  Ensure that the type of posting you are trying to perform is appropriate for the asset. If you are trying to post to a specific area, make sure that the asset is configured to manage that area.
  
  
  
  Asset Status:
  
  Check the status of the asset. If the asset is locked or in a status that prevents postings, you may need to unlock it or change its status.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or need to make changes, consult with your SAP configuration team or a functional consultant who specializes in Asset Accounting.
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) to manage asset records.
  Use transaction code OAYZ to check and configure the asset areas.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Asset Accounting to understand the configuration of asset areas and postings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the posting and access the asset master records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.