How To Fix 6A116 - Rental units of usage type & cannot be adjusted using method &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6A - Real estate messages rent adjustment

• Message number: 116

• Message text: Rental units of usage type & cannot be adjusted using method &

What causes this issue?

You want to adjust a rental unit containing the external
<DS:GLOS.3526BD00AFAB52B9E10000009B38F974>usage type</> "&V1&" in its
master data with rent adjustment mode "&V2&".
According to the Customizing settings, however, this combination is not
allowed.

System Response

The rental unit is not adjusted.

How to fix this error?

If you generally want to adjust rental units of usage type "&V1&" with
adjustment mode "&V2&", contact your system administrator.
Procedure for the system administrator
Change the settings in Customizing as required.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6A116 - Rental units of usage type & cannot be adjusted using method & ?

  The SAP error message 6A116 indicates that there is an issue with adjusting rental units of a specific usage type using a particular method. This error typically arises in the context of asset accounting or rental management within SAP, where certain restrictions apply to how rental units can be adjusted based on their usage type and the method being used.
  Cause:
  
  Usage Type Restrictions: The error often occurs because the rental unit you are trying to adjust is of a usage type that does not allow adjustments using the specified method. Each usage type may have specific rules regarding adjustments.
  Method Limitations: The adjustment method you are trying to use may not be compatible with the rental unit's configuration or the current status of the rental unit.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict certain adjustments based on the combination of usage type and method.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Usage Type and Method: Verify the usage type of the rental unit and the adjustment method you are trying to use. Ensure that the method is appropriate for the usage type.
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings related to rental units and their adjustment methods. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow the desired adjustments.
  Use Alternative Methods: If the current method is not allowed, consider using an alternative adjustment method that is compatible with the usage type of the rental unit.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the usage types and adjustment methods to understand the limitations and requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance on handling rental unit adjustments.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes related to rental management and asset accounting, such as:
  
  AR01: Display Asset
  AR02: Change Asset
  AR03: Create Asset
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting the adjustment has the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP helpdesk for further assistance.