How To Fix AD503 - NEWOWNER is not ready for input (F1=Long text documentation)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 503

• Message text: NEWOWNER is not ready for input (F1=Long text documentation)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD503 - NEWOWNER is not ready for input (F1=Long text documentation) ?

  The SAP error message AD503 "NEWOWNER is not ready for input" typically occurs in the context of the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when you are trying to change the owner of an asset, but the system is not allowing you to do so because the new owner is not in a state that permits input.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Status of the New Owner: The new owner (which could be a cost center, internal order, or another asset) may not be in a valid status for the transaction you are trying to perform. For example, it might be locked, inactive, or not properly configured.
  Missing Authorizations: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the owner of the asset.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module that prevent the change of ownership under certain conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Status of the New Owner: Verify that the new owner is active and in a valid status. You can do this by checking the master data of the new owner in the relevant transaction (e.g., cost center, internal order).
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the transaction. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to review the settings in the Asset Accounting module. They may need to adjust the configuration to allow for the change of ownership.
  Use F1 for Long Text Documentation: Pressing F1 on the error message in SAP will provide you with more detailed information about the error and potential solutions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS02 (Change Asset) or AS03 (Display Asset) to check the asset and its ownership details.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help documentation for Asset Accounting to understand the requirements and restrictions related to asset ownership changes.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.