How To Fix FAA_POST217 - Last posted period for area &1 does not match transfer date &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Last posted period for area &1 does not match transfer date &2

What causes this issue?

You are trying to transfer a transaction for a fixed asset with the
legacy data transfer.
The last posted period for depreciation defined in the configuration for
depreciation area &V1& does <ZH>not</> match the transfer date &V2&.

System Response

The posting <ZH>cannot</> be carried out.

How to fix this error?

Adjust the last posted period for depreciation so that the fiscal year
matches that of the transfer year and the period is smaller/equal to the
transfer period. Make sure that the fiscal year variant that is relevant
for this ledger group is assigned to the depreciation area.

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_POST217 - Last posted period for area &1 does not match transfer date &2 ?

  The SAP error message FAA_POST217 indicates that there is a mismatch between the last posted period for a specific asset accounting area and the transfer date you are trying to use for posting. This typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction (like an asset transfer) for a period that is not open for posting in the specified asset accounting area.
  Cause:
  
  Closed Posting Period: The most common cause is that the posting period for the asset accounting area has been closed. This means that no further postings can be made for that period.
  Incorrect Transfer Date: The transfer date you are using may fall into a period that is not open for posting in the asset accounting area.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the asset accounting that restrict postings to certain periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Posting Periods:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 to check the posting periods for the asset accounting area. Ensure that the period you are trying to post to is open.
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it temporarily to allow the posting or adjust the transfer date to a valid open period.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transfer Date:
  
  If the transfer date is incorrect, change it to a date that falls within an open posting period for the asset accounting area.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Accounting Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the asset accounting area to ensure that they are set up correctly and allow postings for the required periods.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about changing posting periods or if there are financial implications, consult with your finance team or SAP administrator.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: To manage posting periods.
  AS01/AS02: To create or change asset master records.
  ABT1N: To transfer assets.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Asset Accounting for more detailed information on posting periods and asset transactions.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAA_POST217 error and successfully post your asset transaction.