How To Fix AM763 - & records in SOUD flagged as 'DELETED'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AM - Business Address Services

• Message number: 763

• Message text: & records in SOUD flagged as 'DELETED'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AM763 - & records in SOUD flagged as 'DELETED' ?

  The SAP error message AM763 typically indicates an issue related to asset management, specifically when dealing with asset transactions or master data. The message often arises when there are inconsistencies or issues with the asset records, particularly when records are flagged as 'DELETED' in the SOUD (Asset History) table.
  Cause of AM763 Error
  
  Deleted Records: The error can occur if you are trying to access or process an asset that has been flagged as deleted in the SOUD table. This can happen if the asset was retired or if there were changes made to the asset master data that resulted in the asset being marked as deleted.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the asset data, such as missing or incorrect entries in related tables.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the error can also be related to authorization issues where the user does not have the necessary permissions to access certain asset records.
  
  Solution
  
  Check Asset Status: Verify the status of the asset in question. If it is marked as deleted, you may need to review the asset's lifecycle and determine if it should be reactivated or if the transaction should be adjusted accordingly.
  Review SOUD Records: Look into the SOUD table to understand why the records are flagged as deleted. You can use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view the table entries.
  Data Consistency Check: Run consistency checks on the asset master data and related tables to identify any discrepancies. You can use transaction code ABAV for asset transactions or ABAP reports to check for inconsistencies.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify asset records. You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify user roles and permissions.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  ABAV: Asset Transaction
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Asset Accounting (FI-AA) for best practices in managing asset records.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the AM763 error and address the issue of records flagged as 'DELETED' in the SOUD table.