How To Fix AA632 - Line item violates the cutoff value of & in area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 632

• Message text: Line item violates the cutoff value of & in area &

INCLUDE 'AA_AFA_ERROR' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

What causes this issue?

The book value of the asset is below the the cut-off value in the
amount of &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries for the amount, transaction type and
cut-off value specifications, such as memo value, scrap value or
cut-off value percentage rate.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA632 - Line item violates the cutoff value of & in area & ?

  The SAP error message AA632 indicates that a line item in Asset Accounting (AA) violates the cutoff value defined for a specific area. This typically occurs during the posting of asset transactions, such as acquisitions, retirements, or transfers, when the transaction amount exceeds the defined cutoff value for the asset area.
  Cause:
  
  Cutoff Value Definition: Each asset area in SAP can have a cutoff value defined, which is the maximum amount for which transactions can be processed without additional approvals or checks. If a transaction exceeds this value, the system generates the error message AA632.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being processed may not be allowed to exceed the cutoff value.
  Configuration Settings: The cutoff value may be incorrectly configured or not aligned with the business requirements.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Cutoff Value: Check the cutoff value defined for the asset area in question. You can do this by navigating to the configuration settings in Asset Accounting:
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration.
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Integration > Define Cutoff Values.
  Verify the cutoff value for the relevant asset area and adjust it if necessary.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Amount: If the transaction amount is indeed valid but exceeds the cutoff value, consider splitting the transaction into smaller amounts that are below the cutoff value.
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team: If you are unsure about changing the cutoff value, consult with your finance or accounting team to ensure that any changes align with company policies and compliance requirements.
  
  
  Check Transaction Type Settings: Ensure that the transaction type being used is configured correctly and is allowed to exceed the cutoff value if necessary.
  
  
  Testing: After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) for asset management.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to Asset Accounting for more detailed information on cutoff values and their implications.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to error AA632.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AA632 error and ensure that asset transactions are processed correctly within the defined parameters.