How To Fix FAA_POST213 - Not possible to transfer posted values for asset & &; base amount missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 213

• Message text: Not possible to transfer posted values for asset & &; base amount missing

What causes this issue?

You are trying to enter depreciation/interest/accumulated depreciation
already posted in the source system in the course of the legacy data
transfer for the fixed asset &V1& for which the corresponding base
amount was not yet entered for depreciation area &V2&.

System Response

Posting is rejected.

How to fix this error?

First enter the acquisition cost, investment support or the revaluation
amount depending on the area type.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_POST213 - Not possible to transfer posted values for asset & &; base amount missing ?

  The SAP error message FAA_POST213 indicates that there is an issue with transferring posted values for an asset because the base amount is missing. This error typically occurs in the context of asset accounting (FI-AA) when trying to post transactions related to fixed assets.
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Missing Base Amount: The base amount for the asset transaction is not provided or is incorrectly set up in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The asset master data may not be configured correctly, leading to missing values that are required for posting.
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type being used may not be set up to handle the specific posting correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the asset, such as missing or incorrect values in the asset master record.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FAA_POST213 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data:
  
  Go to the asset master record (transaction code AS03) and verify that all required fields, especially the base amount, are filled in correctly.
  Ensure that the asset is active and not in a blocked status.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Check the configuration of the transaction type being used for the posting. Ensure that it is set up to allow the posting of the required values.
  You can review transaction types in the configuration settings (transaction code OAOA).
  
  
  
  Verify Posting Document:
  
  If you are trying to post a document, check the document for any missing values or incorrect entries. Ensure that the base amount is included in the document.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If there are any custom enhancements or user exits that might affect the posting process, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, try to re-post the transaction to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), AS03 (Display Asset), and AS92 (Adjust Asset).
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Asset Accounting for detailed information on asset postings and configurations.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the FAA_POST213 error in SAP.