How To Fix ACEC_S4012 - &1 is of the utilized item type. Delete the ledger group settings for &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACEC_S4 - Customizing Message for Accrual Engine in S4 Version

• Message number: 012

• Message text: &1 is of the utilized item type. Delete the ledger group settings for &1.

What causes this issue?

Accrual item type &V1& is assigned as the utilized item type in accrual
item type definition maintenance view. For utilized item type, all the
accrual item type settings for ledger group follow the normal accrual
item type to which it is assigned to. Therefore, this utilized accrual
item type should not be defined in the ledger group setting.

How to fix this error?

Delete utilized item type &V1& for ledger group settings.
INCLUDE ACCR_MSG_SSCUI_5 OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE EN

What causes this issue?

Accrual item type &V1& is assigned as the utilized item type in accrual
item type definition maintenance view. For utilized item type, all the
accrual item type settings for ledger group follow the normal accrual
item type to which it is assigned to. Therefore, this utilized accrual
item type should not be defined in the ledger group setting.

How to fix this error?

Delete utilized item type &V1& for ledger group settings in
<DS:SIMG.VC_TACE_ITEMTY>Define Accrual Item Types</> .

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACEC_S4012 - &1 is of the utilized item type. Delete the ledger group settings for &1. ?

  The SAP error message ACEC_S4012 typically indicates an issue related to ledger group settings in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA). This error suggests that there is a conflict with the item type being used in the ledger group settings for a specific asset or item.
  Cause:
  The error message "ACEC_S4012 &1 is of the utilized item type. Delete the ledger group settings for &1." usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Incompatible Item Type: The item type specified (represented by &1) is not compatible with the current ledger group settings. This can happen if the item type is marked as utilized but is still linked to a ledger group that does not support it.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect or incomplete configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module, particularly concerning ledger groups and item types.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: There might be inconsistencies in the data related to the asset or item type, leading to conflicts in the ledger group settings.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error ACEC_S4012, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Ledger Group Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (Transaction code: OAOA).
  Check the ledger group settings for the item type indicated by &1.
  If the item type is marked as utilized, consider removing or adjusting the ledger group settings associated with it.
  
  
  
  Adjust Item Type Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration for item types (Transaction code: OAOA).
  Ensure that the item type is correctly configured and that it aligns with the ledger group settings.
  
  
  
  Delete or Modify Ledger Group:
  
  If the ledger group settings are not needed for the item type, you can delete them.
  Alternatively, modify the settings to ensure compatibility with the utilized item type.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run data consistency checks to ensure that there are no other underlying issues affecting the asset or item type.
  Use transaction codes like OABN (for asset transactions) to check for any inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to Asset Accounting and ledger group settings for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide more specific guidance based on your system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAOA (for asset classes), OABN (for asset transactions), and OAYZ (for ledger groups).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to ACEC_S4012 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.