How To Fix >U286 - Posting to asset &1 with G/L account &2 is not possible.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >U -

• Message number: 286

• Message text: Posting to asset &1 with G/L account &2 is not possible.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >U286 - Posting to asset &1 with G/L account &2 is not possible. ?

  The SAP error message "U286 Posting to asset &1 with G/L account &2 is not possible" typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration or the posting rules related to the asset and the General Ledger (G/L) account in the Asset Accounting module. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  
  Account Assignment Issues: The G/L account specified in the error message may not be configured for asset postings. This can happen if the account is not set up as an asset account in the system.
  
  
  Account Type Mismatch: The G/L account may not be of the correct type for the asset transaction you are trying to perform. For example, it may be a revenue or expense account instead of an asset account.
  
  
  Asset Class Configuration: The asset class associated with the asset may not allow postings to the specified G/L account. Each asset class can have specific settings that restrict which accounts can be used.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, preventing any new postings to the asset.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post to the specified asset or G/L account.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check G/L Account Configuration:
  
  Go to the G/L account settings in the SAP system and ensure that the account is configured for asset postings. This can be done in transaction code FS00.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Class Settings:
  
  Check the configuration of the asset class associated with the asset in transaction code OAOA. Ensure that the G/L account is allowed for the type of transaction you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Verify Posting Period:
  
  Ensure that the posting period is open. You can check this in transaction code OB52 to see if the period is closed for the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to post to the asset and G/L account. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further troubleshooting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  FS00: G/L Account Master Data
  OAOA: Asset Class Configuration
  OB52: Change Posting Periods
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message "U286 Posting to asset &1 with G/L account &2 is not possible."