AA772 - Choose direct FI posting ...

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 772

• Message text: Choose direct FI posting ...

What causes this issue?

In company code &V1&, either parallel currencies with different
valuation methods (transfer prices) are active, or the inflation
component of FI-AA is being used with parallel currencies.
The posting documents of the depreciation posting program, therefore,
can only be posted with correct values to Financial Accounting if you
selected the 'Direct FI posting' option in the selection screen of the
program.

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?

Select the 'Direct FI posting' option in the selection screen.

Procedure for System Administrators

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AnswerBot

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA772 - Choose direct FI posting ... ?

  The SAP error message AA772 ("Choose direct FI posting") typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when a user attempts to post a transaction that requires a direct Financial Accounting (FI) posting, but the system is not set up to allow it or the necessary conditions are not met.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Transaction Type: The transaction type being used may not be configured to allow direct FI postings.
  Missing Configuration: The asset accounting configuration may not be set up correctly to allow for direct postings.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed, preventing any new postings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform direct FI postings.
  Asset Master Data Issues: The asset master data may not be correctly set up to allow for the type of posting being attempted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Transaction Type: Ensure that the transaction type you are using is configured to allow direct FI postings. You can check this in the configuration settings for asset accounting.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code SPRO) and verify that the settings for asset accounting and direct postings are correctly configured.
  Open Posting Period: Check if the posting period is open. If it is closed, you may need to open it or use a different period for your posting.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the posting. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Asset Master Data: Review the asset master data to ensure that it is set up correctly. Check for any missing or incorrect information that could prevent the posting.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  F-90: Asset Acquisition
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on Asset Accounting for detailed information on configuration and posting processes.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.