How To Fix 60140 - An amount was already entered for area type &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 60 - Real Estate

• Message number: 140

• Message text: An amount was already entered for area type &

What causes this issue?

An amount for the area type &v1& was already entered on the previous
screen. This area type, therefore, cannot be deactivated here.

System Response

The system prevents you from deactivating the area type &v1&.

How to fix this error?

You can delete the area type on the previous screen.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 60140 - An amount was already entered for area type & ?

  The SAP error message 60140, which states "An amount was already entered for area type &," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with asset accounting or similar modules. This error indicates that there is an attempt to enter a financial amount for an area type that has already been populated with a value.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entry: The most common cause is that an amount has already been entered for the specified area type (e.g., depreciation area, valuation area) in the system, and the user is trying to enter another amount for the same area type.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the asset accounting module that are not set up correctly, leading to conflicts when entering amounts.
  Data Integrity Issues: There could be issues with data integrity, such as incomplete transactions or inconsistencies in the database.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Entries: Review the entries for the specified area type to confirm if an amount has already been entered. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or report in SAP that displays asset values.
  Modify or Delete Existing Amount: If you find that an amount has already been entered and it is incorrect, you may need to modify or delete the existing entry before entering a new amount.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the settings for the asset accounting module are correct and that there are no restrictions preventing the entry of amounts.
  Use Different Area Type: If applicable, consider using a different area type for the entry if the current one is already populated and cannot be modified.
  Check for Batch Jobs: Sometimes, batch jobs or background processes may have already updated the amounts. Ensure that no such processes are running that could affect your entries.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) to manage asset entries effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the asset accounting entries, as lack of permissions can sometimes lead to unexpected errors.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.