How To Fix 62599 - Enter date of initial usage

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 62 - Message Texts for Real Estate

• Message number: 599

• Message text: Enter date of initial usage

What causes this issue?

The correction period must be defined for the input tax adjustment or
correction.

System Response

The system requires at least the date of initial usage.

How to fix this error?

Enter the date of initial usage or select another input tax phase.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 62599 - Enter date of initial usage ?

  The SAP error message 62599, "Enter date of initial usage," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting or when dealing with fixed assets in SAP. This error indicates that the system requires a date of initial usage for an asset, which is necessary for proper asset management and depreciation calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Initial Usage Date: The primary cause of this error is that the field for the date of initial usage has not been filled in when creating or modifying an asset master record.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the asset accounting module that require this field to be mandatory.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may overlook entering this information during the asset creation process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter the Date of Initial Usage:
  
  Navigate to the asset master record (transaction code AS01 for creating or AS02 for changing).
  Locate the field for the "Date of Initial Usage" and enter the appropriate date.
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the field is consistently causing issues, check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to see if the field is set as mandatory.
  You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant to adjust these settings if necessary.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users responsible for asset management are trained to enter all required fields, including the date of initial usage, to avoid this error in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Asset Accounting (FI-AA): This module is responsible for managing fixed assets in SAP, including acquisition, depreciation, and retirement.
  Depreciation Calculation: The date of initial usage is crucial for calculating the depreciation of an asset accurately, as it defines when the asset is considered to be in use.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more detailed information on asset management and the specific requirements for asset master records.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.