How To Fix AC462 - Value of G/L account '&1' overwrites value '&2' of account '&3'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 462

• Message text: Value of G/L account '&1' overwrites value '&2' of account '&3'

What causes this issue?

The value &V2& was already entered in G/L account '&V3&'. This value
is different from the value just entered in G/L account '&v1&'.
However, both accounts must have the same value.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC462 - Value of G/L account '&1' overwrites value '&2' of account '&3' ?

  The SAP error message AC462 indicates that there is a conflict in the assignment of values to General Ledger (G/L) accounts in the context of Asset Accounting. Specifically, it means that the value being assigned to a G/L account is overwriting a previously assigned value for another account. This typically occurs during the posting of asset transactions, such as acquisitions, transfers, or retirements.
  Cause:
  The error can occur due to several reasons:
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration of the asset account determination may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts in account assignments.
  Posting Rules: The posting rules for asset transactions may not align with the expected behavior, causing one account's value to overwrite another.
  Incorrect Account Assignment: The G/L accounts assigned to the asset transaction may not be appropriate for the type of transaction being processed.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the transaction posting can lead to incorrect account assignments.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AC462 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for Asset Accounting in the SAP system. Ensure that the account determination for asset transactions is correctly set up in the configuration (Transaction code: OAOA for account determination).
  Verify that the G/L accounts assigned for the asset classes and transaction types are correct.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Rules:
  
  Check the posting rules for the specific asset transaction you are trying to execute. Ensure that they are set up to prevent overwriting values inappropriately.
  
  
  
  Validate Account Assignments:
  
  Look at the specific G/L accounts mentioned in the error message. Ensure that the accounts are appropriate for the transaction type and that they are not conflicting with other accounts.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to manual data entry, review the transaction details and correct any mistakes in the account assignments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on the specific asset transaction you are working with.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the transaction again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  OAOA: Configure account determination for asset transactions.
  AS01: Create Asset.
  AS02: Change Asset.
  ABZON: Transfer within Company Code.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the asset transactions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AC462 error and implement a solution to resolve it.