How To Fix FAA_POST401 - Ledger &2: Acquisition not posted as transaction type &1 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 401

• Message text: Ledger &2: Acquisition not posted as transaction type &1 is not allowed

What causes this issue?

Transaction type &V1& belongs to a transaction type group which can only
be used to post to assets that have already been posted to.
However, <ZH>no</> postings have been made to this asset.

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?

Use a transaction type from a transaction type group which is allowed to
be used for the first acquisition on an asset.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_POST401 - Ledger &2: Acquisition not posted as transaction type &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message "FAA_POST401 Ledger &2: Acquisition not posted as transaction type &1 is not allowed" typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when trying to post an acquisition for an asset. This error indicates that the transaction type being used for the acquisition is not permitted for the specified ledger.
  
  Cause:
  
  Transaction Type Restrictions: The transaction type (e.g., acquisition, transfer, retirement) you are trying to use is not allowed for the specified ledger. This could be due to configuration settings in the system.
  Ledger Settings: The ledger may have specific settings that restrict certain transaction types. For example, some ledgers may only allow certain types of postings based on the accounting principles or local regulations.
  Missing Configuration: The transaction type may not be properly configured in the system for the ledger you are trying to post to.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Transaction Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate