How To Fix 5G106 - Payments for private use have been made for this car

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5G - HR: Messages for Britain

• Message number: 106

• Message text: Payments for private use have been made for this car

What causes this issue?

You have tried to delete a record for a company car for which payments
for private use are made.

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?

If you delete the record you should also change Infotype 014 (Recurring
Payments/Deductions) or Infotype 015 (Additional Payments)
appropriately.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G106 - Payments for private use have been made for this car ?

  The SAP error message 5G106 indicates that payments for private use have been made for a specific vehicle in the system. This typically occurs in the context of asset accounting or fleet management, where a vehicle is used for both business and private purposes, and the system is flagging an issue related to the accounting of these payments.
  Cause:
  
  Private Use Payments: The error arises when there are recorded payments for the private use of a vehicle that have not been properly accounted for in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the asset accounting module that are not set up correctly to handle private use.
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The vehicle master data or the related accounting entries may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to discrepancies in how private use is recorded.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Vehicle Master Data: Check the vehicle master data to ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly, especially those related to private use.
  Check Payment Entries: Review the payment entries associated with the vehicle to ensure that they are correctly categorized. If private use payments are recorded, they should be properly accounted for in the financial records.
  Adjust Configuration: If necessary, adjust the configuration settings in the asset accounting module to ensure that private use payments are handled correctly. This may involve consulting with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant.
  Reconcile Accounts: Ensure that the accounts related to the vehicle are reconciled and that any discrepancies are resolved. This may involve adjusting journal entries or correcting any misclassifications.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling private use payments and related configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on handling private use payments.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) to manage asset data effectively.
  User Roles: Ensure that users handling vehicle management and asset accounting have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make necessary changes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in asset accounting for further assistance.