Message type: E = Error
Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting
Message number: 572
Message text: FI document for asset transaction does not exist or was archived
The FI document that you want to reverse for the asset transaction does
not exist, or is still being updated, or was already archived.
Reversal is not possible.
If the document was already archived, retrieve the document from the
archive.
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.
The SAP error message AA572 indicates that the Financial (FI) document related to an asset transaction does not exist or has been archived. This error typically occurs when you are trying to access or process an asset transaction that references a financial document that is no longer available in the system.
Causes of Error AA572
- Document Deletion: The financial document associated with the asset transaction may have been deleted or not created properly.
- Archiving: The document may have been archived as part of the data archiving process in SAP. Archiving is a common practice to manage data volume and improve system performance.
- Incorrect Document Number: The document number you are trying to access may be incorrect or mistyped.
- Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database, possibly due to incomplete transactions or errors during data entry.
Solutions to Error AA572
Check Document Existence:
- Verify if the financial document exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like FB03 (Display Document) to check if the document number is valid.
Review Archiving Settings:
- If the document has been archived, you may need to access the archived data. Use transaction SARA to check the archiving status and see if the document can be retrieved from the archive.
Correct Document Number:
- Ensure that you are using the correct document number. Double-check for any typographical errors.
Recreate the Document:
- If the document was deleted and cannot be recovered, you may need to recreate the financial document associated with the asset transaction.
Consult with IT Support:
- If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your SAP support team or IT department. They may have access to logs or additional tools to diagnose the problem.
Check for Data Consistency:
- Use transaction SE38 to run reports that check for data consistency in the asset accounting module. This can help identify any discrepancies that need to be addressed.
Related Information
Transaction Codes:
SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Asset Accounting (FI-AA) for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AA572 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.
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