How To Fix FAA_POST031 - Account &1 is already used in automatic account determination (T095)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Account &1 is already used in automatic account determination (T095)

What causes this issue?

You have set up account &V1& for chart of accounts &V2& as a <LS>
technical clearing account for integrated asset acquisitions</>.
The system determined that account &V1& is already being used in
automatic account determination in Asset Accounting (table <AB>T095</>).
However, the <LS>technical clearing account for integrated asset
acquisitions</> is <ZH>not</> allowed to be entered in automatic account
determination in Asset Accounting.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Proceed as follows:
Enter a different account as the <LS>technical clearing account for
integrated asset acquisitions</>.
Or create a new account in the chart of accounts and enter this account
in this IMG activity as the <LS>technical clearing account for
integrated asset acquisitions</>.

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_POST031 - Account &1 is already used in automatic account determination (T095) ?

  The SAP error message FAA_POST031 indicates that there is an issue with the automatic account determination for fixed assets. Specifically, it means that the account specified in the error message (represented by &1) is already in use in the automatic account determination configuration (table T095). This can occur when you attempt to post a transaction that requires a specific account, but that account is already assigned to another purpose or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Account Already Assigned: The account you are trying to use for the transaction is already assigned to another automatic account determination configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be conflicting settings in the configuration of the asset accounting module.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The account may have been incorrectly assigned in the configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAA_POST031 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Account Assignment:
  
  Go to the transaction code OBY6 (or navigate through the menu: Financial Accounting > General Ledger > Master Records > G/L Account > Create/Change).
  Check the account specified in the error message to see where it is being used in the automatic account determination.
  
  
  
  Review Automatic Account Determination:
  
  Use transaction code OAOA to access the automatic account determination settings for asset accounting.
  Review the settings for the account in question and see if it is assigned to multiple areas or purposes.
  
  
  
  Modify Configuration:
  
  If the account is indeed being used in multiple configurations, you may need to modify the settings to ensure that it is only used in one context or create a new account for the specific purpose you are trying to achieve.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to asset accounting and automatic account determination for further guidance on how to configure these settings correctly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  T095 Table: This table contains the automatic account determination settings for asset accounting. You can view the entries in this table to understand how accounts are being used.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OAOA: Automatic Account Determination for Asset Accounting
  OBY6: G/L Account Master Data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Asset Accounting for further assistance.