How To Fix AA928 - & is not an area unit (Please correct)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 928

• Message text: & is not an area unit (Please correct)

What causes this issue?

The quantity unit &V1& is not a surface unit of measure

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Enter the correct unit of measure
or
choose a surface unit of measure using the F4 function.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA928 - & is not an area unit (Please correct) ?

  The SAP error message AA928 typically indicates that there is an issue with the unit of measure (UoM) being used in asset accounting. Specifically, it suggests that the system is expecting a certain area unit (like square meters or square feet) but is receiving a different or incorrect unit.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The asset master data may have been set up with an incorrect unit of measure that does not correspond to the expected area unit.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the asset accounting module that are not aligned with the units being used.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors when creating or updating asset records can lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data:
  
  Go to the asset master record (transaction code AS02) and verify the unit of measure assigned to the asset.
  Ensure that the unit of measure is appropriate for the asset type and is set to an area unit if required.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant settings for units of measure and ensure that they are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the unit of measure in the asset master record or any related transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the error message AA928 and the expected units of measure for your specific asset types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, test the changes by attempting to perform the action that previously triggered the error to ensure that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) for managing asset records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to make changes to asset master data and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Asset Accounting for further assistance.