How To Fix 6D014 - Only one leading asset can exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 6D - Real Estate Messages

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Only one leading asset can exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 6D014 - Only one leading asset can exist ?

  The SAP error message 6D014: "Only one leading asset can exist" typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when there is an attempt to create or modify an asset master record that violates the system's rules regarding leading assets.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises in the following scenarios:
  
  
  Multiple Leading Assets: The system has detected that there is more than one leading asset defined for a particular asset class or company code. In SAP, a leading asset is the primary asset that is used for financial reporting and accounting purposes.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the asset accounting module may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts in asset definitions.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in asset master data, it may lead to inconsistencies that trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Assets: Review the existing asset master records in the system to identify if there are multiple leading assets defined for the same asset class or company code. You can do this by using transaction codes like AS03 (Display Asset) or AS02 (Change Asset).
  
  
  Identify and Remove Duplicates: If you find multiple leading assets, determine which one should be the leading asset and deactivate or delete the others. Ensure that the asset you want to keep as the leading asset is correctly configured.
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that the settings for leading assets are correctly defined. This can be done through the SPRO transaction (Customizing).
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: If the issue arose after a data migration, perform a consistency check on the asset data to ensure that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to asset accounting for any specific guidelines or updates that may pertain to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), AS03 (Display Asset), and AS11 (Create Asset Subnumber).
  Asset Classes: Understand the concept of asset classes in SAP and how they relate to leading assets.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.