How To Fix FAA_POST218 - Last posted period for area &1 differs from area &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 218

• Message text: Last posted period for area &1 differs from area &2

What causes this issue?

You are trying to transfer a transaction for a fixed asset with the
legacy data transfer.
However, the last posted period for depreciation defined in the
configuration for depreciation area &V1& differs from what is defined
for depreciation area &V2&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Make sure that the last posted period matches for all posting
depreciation areas of a ledger group. Make sure that the fiscal year m
atches the transfer year and the period is smaller/equal to the transfer
period, taking the fiscal year variant into account that is relevant for
the ledger group from an asset accounting point of view.

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_POST218 - Last posted period for area &1 differs from area &2 ?

  The SAP error message FAA_POST218 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the last posted periods for two different areas in Asset Accounting (FI-AA). This typically occurs when you attempt to post a transaction in one area (e.g., Area 01 for book depreciation) while the last posted period for that area does not match the last posted period for another area (e.g., Area 20 for tax depreciation).
  Cause:
  
  Different Last Posted Periods: The most common cause of this error is that the last posted period for the asset in one area is different from the last posted period in another area. For example, if Area 01 has been closed for postings in a certain period, but Area 20 is still open, this error will occur.
  Period Locking: The periods may be locked for posting in one area but not in another, leading to inconsistencies.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Asset Accounting settings that lead to different periods being defined for different areas.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Last Posted Periods: Review the last posted periods for both areas involved. You can do this by navigating to the asset master record and checking the relevant areas.
  Synchronize Periods: If the periods are indeed different, you may need to synchronize them. This could involve:
  
  Posting any necessary transactions in the area that is still open.
  Closing the open period in the area that is still allowing postings.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If the issue is due to configuration, you may need to adjust the settings in the Asset Accounting configuration to ensure that the periods align correctly.
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about how to proceed, it may be beneficial to consult with your finance team or SAP support to ensure that the correct actions are taken without impacting financial reporting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like AS03 (Display Asset) to check the asset master data and see the last posted periods for different areas.
  Configuration Path: The configuration for Asset Accounting can be found in the SAP IMG under Financial Accounting (New) -> Asset Accounting -> Periodic Processing -> Closing Operations.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Asset Accounting for more detailed information on managing periods and postings.
  
  By addressing the discrepancies in the last posted periods, you should be able to resolve the FAA_POST218 error and proceed with your postings.