How To Fix FAA_POST070 - It is not possible to post (area &3 is already deactivated)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 070

• Message text: It is not possible to post (area &3 is already deactivated)

What causes this issue?

Depreciation area &V3& or financial reporting &V2& on asset &V1& was
already deactivated. It is therefore no longer possible to post in this
area or in this reporting.

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?

First reverse the deactivating transaction.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_POST070 - It is not possible to post (area &3 is already deactivated) ?

  The SAP error message FAA_POST070 indicates that a posting attempt is being made in an area that has already been deactivated. This typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when trying to post transactions related to fixed assets.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  An asset has been deactivated in a specific area (e.g., depreciation area) but there is an attempt to post a transaction (like acquisition, transfer, or depreciation) to that area.
  The asset might have been set to inactive or deactivated due to various reasons, such as retirement, sale, or other business processes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Asset Status:
  
  Go to the Asset Master Record (transaction code AS03) and check the status of the asset in question. Ensure that the relevant areas are active.
  
  
  
  Reactivate the Area:
  
  If the area should be active, you can reactivate it. This can be done in the Asset Master Record (transaction code AS02) by navigating to the relevant area and changing its status.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Logic:
  
  Ensure that the posting logic is correct and that you are not trying to post to an area that should remain inactive. If the area is meant to be inactive, you may need to adjust your posting strategy.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines on handling asset deactivation and reactivation.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If necessary, check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that the deactivation process is set up correctly and that it aligns with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  AS02: Change Asset Master Record
  AS01: Create Asset Master Record
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Asset Accounting and the implications of asset deactivation.
  
  
  
  User Roles: 
  
  Ensure that the user attempting the posting has the necessary authorizations to perform actions on the asset.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FAA_POST070 error and implement a solution to resolve it.