How To Fix AO172 - The replacement by a measure was revoked for &1


AO172 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

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

  • Message number: 172

  • Message text: The replacement by a measure was revoked for &1

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO172 - The replacement by a measure was revoked for &1 ?
    The SAP error message AO172 ("The replacement by a measure was revoked for &1") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module, particularly when dealing with asset measures and their replacements. This error indicates that a previously executed replacement of an asset measure has been revoked, which can lead to inconsistencies in asset accounting.
    
    Cause: Revocation of Replacement: The primary cause of this error is that a replacement measure for an asset has been revoked. This could happen due to a manual intervention or a system process that undoes a previous replacement. Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the asset data, such as missing or incorrect entries related to the asset measure.
    Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration settings in the asset accounting module can also lead to this error.
    Solution: Check Asset History: Review the asset history to understand the changes made to the asset measure. Look for any recent changes that might

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