How To Fix AO064 - Structure indicator &1 is blocked for new approp. requests - change

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AO - Appropriation requests - Master data / Customizing

• Message number: 064

• Message text: Structure indicator &1 is blocked for new approp. requests - change

What causes this issue?

You want to use structure indicator &V1& for the formatting of the
appropriation request number.
However, according to its Customizing settings, structure indicator
&V1& is blocked for new appropriation requests. Therefore, you cannot
use it.

System Response

The system does not allow the use of the structure indicator.

How to fix this error?

Use a different structure indicator. Use the input help to see possible
coding masks.
Check your Customizing settings.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO064 - Structure indicator &1 is blocked for new approp. requests - change ?

  The SAP error message AO064 indicates that a specific structure indicator is blocked for new appropriation requests. This typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or Investment Management (IM) modules, where appropriation requests are used to manage and track investments.
  Cause:
  
  
  Blocked Structure Indicator: The structure indicator specified in the error message is currently blocked for new appropriation requests. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The structure is in use by another process or user.
  The structure has been set to a status that does not allow new requests (e.g., it may be closed for new entries).
  There may be configuration settings that restrict the creation of new appropriation requests for that structure.
  
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create new appropriation requests for the specified structure indicator.
  
  
  System Configuration: There may be specific settings in the system configuration that prevent the creation of new requests for certain structure indicators.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Structure Indicator Status: 
  
  Verify the status of the structure indicator in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or transaction where the structure is defined.
  If the structure is blocked, you may need to change its status to allow new requests.
  
  
  
  Release Locks: 
  
  If the structure is locked by another user or process, you may need to wait for that process to complete or contact the user to release the lock.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to create the appropriation request has the necessary authorizations. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings: 
  
  Review the configuration settings related to the structure indicator in the SAP system. This may involve checking the settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide) for Asset Accounting or Investment Management.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  AO01: Create Asset
  AO02: Change Asset
  IMR1: Create Appropriation Request
  IMR2: Change Appropriation Request
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Asset Accounting and Investment Management for more details on structure indicators and appropriation requests.
  
  
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the AO064 error in your SAP system.