How To Fix FAR_POSTING_RULES145 - Please enter a valid Procedure Type.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAR_POSTING_RULES - AR Posting Rules

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Please enter a valid Procedure Type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAR_POSTING_RULES145 - Please enter a valid Procedure Type. ?

  The SAP error message FAR_POSTING_RULES145 ("Please enter a valid Procedure Type") typically occurs in the context of the Fixed Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when a user is trying to post a transaction related to fixed assets, and the system requires a valid procedure type that has not been provided or is incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Procedure Type: The user did not enter a procedure type in the transaction.
  Invalid Procedure Type: The procedure type entered does not exist in the system or is not configured correctly.
  Configuration Issues: The procedure types may not be properly defined in the system settings, or the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain procedure types.
  Transaction Type Mismatch: The procedure type may not be compatible with the type of transaction being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input: Ensure that you have entered a valid procedure type in the relevant field. Refer to the documentation or help text to find the correct procedure type.
  Configuration Check: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Integration with Financial Accounting > Define Procedure Types.
  Verify that the procedure types are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that your user profile has the necessary authorizations to access the procedure types you are trying to use.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for the specific transaction you are trying to perform to ensure you are using the correct procedure type.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in Fixed Asset Accounting, such as:
  
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  User Manuals: Review user manuals or training materials specific to your organization’s SAP implementation for guidance on using procedure types in asset accounting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.