How To Fix AB087 - No subnumber summarization for retirement simulation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AB -

• Message number: 087

• Message text: No subnumber summarization for retirement simulation

What causes this issue?

You are calling the retirement simulation with subnumber summarization
in report RAGITT_ALV01 (asset history sheet).
A runtime error has occurred.

How to fix this error?

A retirement simulation is only possible as an individual list (List
assets) or totals list (...or group totals only).
Individual list:
You start the asset history sheet with the retirement simulation as an
individual list and summarize the assets by main asset number in the
list viewer (ALV list).
Totals list:
You create a sort variant in which the main asset number (ANLAV-ANLN1)
is defined as the lowest sort level and call the asset history sheet
with the retirement simulation as a totals list.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AB087 - No subnumber summarization for retirement simulation ?

  The SAP error message AB087 "No subnumber summarization for retirement simulation" typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when you are trying to perform a retirement simulation for an asset that has subnumbers (sub-assets) associated with it. This error indicates that the system cannot summarize the subnumbers for the retirement simulation process.
  Cause:
  
  Subnumber Configuration: The asset in question has subnumbers, but the system is not configured to summarize these subnumbers for the retirement simulation.
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the asset master record or in the sub-assets that prevents the summarization.
  Transaction Type: The transaction type used for the retirement may not be set up to handle subnumber summarization.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Asset Configuration: Ensure that the asset and its subnumbers are correctly configured in the asset master record. Verify that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  Review Transaction Type Settings: Check the configuration of the transaction type used for the retirement. Make sure that it is set up to allow for summarization of subnumbers.
  Use Different Transaction: If summarization is not required, consider using a different transaction that does not involve subnumber summarization.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific configuration settings related to asset retirement and subnumber handling.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, as they can provide more detailed insights based on your specific system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Asset Accounting (FI-AA): This module deals with the management of fixed assets in SAP, including acquisition, depreciation, and retirement.
  Subnumbers in Asset Accounting: Subnumbers are used to manage components or parts of a main asset, allowing for more granular tracking and reporting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ABAVN (Asset Retirement) and ABUMN (Transfer within Asset Accounting) to understand how they interact with subnumbers.
  
  By addressing the configuration and ensuring that the necessary settings are in place, you should be able to resolve the AB087 error and successfully perform the retirement simulation.