How To Fix 60847 - Assign asset to building

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 60 - Real Estate

• Message number: 847

• Message text: Assign asset to building

What causes this issue?

You have not yet assigned the building an asset.

System Response

The functions you called up are not carried out.

How to fix this error?

Create a new asset for the building and / or assign the building an
asset. The asset main number must be identical to the asset main number
of the business entity. The sub-number may not be '0000' because this
is reserved for the business entity.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 60847 - Assign asset to building ?

  The SAP error message 60847, "Assign asset to building," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when there is an attempt to assign an asset to a building that has not been properly configured or linked in the system. This error can arise in various scenarios, such as during asset creation, transfer, or when trying to associate an asset with a specific building.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The building may not be properly defined in the system or may not have been assigned to the relevant asset class.
  Incorrect Master Data: The asset master data may not have the necessary information or may be incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to assign assets to buildings.
  Integration Issues: There may be issues with the integration between different modules (e.g., Asset Accounting and Real Estate Management).
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Building Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the building is correctly defined in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the Real Estate Management module).
  Verify that the building is assigned to the correct asset class.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data:
  
  Check the asset master data for completeness. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly, including the building assignment.
  If necessary, update the asset master data to include the building assignment.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the assignment. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  
  
  Integration Check:
  
  If the error is related to integration with other modules, ensure that the integration settings are correctly configured. This may involve checking settings in both Asset Accounting and Real Estate Management.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message and related processes.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  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 data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may resolve the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in asset management are adequately trained and have access to documentation that outlines the processes for assigning assets to buildings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.