How To Fix FAA_POST044 - Debit/credit indicator differs from that of transaction type

FAA_POST044 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Debit/credit indicator differs from that of transaction type

What causes this issue?

You want to post a transaction with debit/credit indicator &V1&,
although debit/credit indicator &V2& is defined in the transaction type.

System Response

The transaction is posted with debit/credit indicator &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Check if the posting key and transaction type are entered correctly.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_POST044 - Debit/credit indicator differs from that of transaction type ?

  The SAP error message FAA_POST044 indicates that there is a mismatch between the debit/credit indicator of the transaction type and the one specified in the asset accounting document. This error typically occurs during the posting of asset transactions, such as acquisitions, retirements, or transfers, when the system expects a certain debit or credit indicator based on the transaction type but finds a different one.
  
  Cause:
  
  Transaction Type Configuration: The transaction type used for the asset posting may be configured incorrectly. Each transaction type has a specific debit/credit indicator that must match the expected behavior for the transaction.
  Document Type Settings: The document type associated with the transaction may not align with the expected debit/credit indicators.
  Asset Master Data: The asset master data may have inconsistencies or incorrect settings that lead to this error.
  Posting Rules: The posting rules defined in the system for asset accounting may not be set up correctly, leading to a mismatch.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check