How To Fix 64463 - Posting makes book value inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 64 - Treasury Management: Securities

• Message number: 463

• Message text: Posting makes book value inconsistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 64463 - Posting makes book value inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message 64463, "Posting makes book value inconsistent," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting (FI-AA) when there is an inconsistency in the asset's book value due to a posting that violates the rules of asset accounting. This can happen for various reasons, such as incorrect postings, missing depreciation calculations, or inconsistencies in asset master data.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Posting: A posting that does not align with the asset's current book value or depreciation status.
  Missing Depreciation: If depreciation has not been calculated for an asset before a posting is made, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  Changes in Asset Master Data: Modifications to the asset master data that affect the book value without corresponding adjustments in postings.
  Posting Period Issues: Attempting to post in a closed period or a period that does not allow for certain types of postings.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual adjustments to asset values that do not follow the standard posting procedures.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Review the asset master data for any inconsistencies or incorrect entries. Ensure that all relevant fields are correctly filled out.
  Review Postings: Analyze the recent postings made to the asset. Look for any that may have been incorrectly entered or that do not align with the asset's depreciation schedule.
  Run Depreciation: If depreciation has not been run for the asset, execute the depreciation run to ensure that the book value is updated correctly.
  Check Posting Periods: Ensure that you are posting in an open period and that the posting type is allowed in that period.
  Consult with Finance Team: If the issue persists, consult with your finance or accounting team to understand the specific context of the error and to determine if any manual adjustments are needed.
  SAP Notes and Support: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. If necessary, contact SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS02 (Change Asset), AS03 (Display Asset), and AFAB (Run Depreciation).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on asset accounting to understand the rules and processes that govern asset postings and depreciation.
  User Exits and Enhancements: If custom logic is implemented in your SAP system, check for any user exits or enhancements that may affect asset postings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.