How To Fix AO217 - Error when calculating the payback period

AO217 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 217

• Message text: Error when calculating the payback period

What causes this issue?

An error occurred during calculation of the payback period.
Possible causes are:
Evaluation type does not exist.
Yield curve type does not exist.
Reference interest rates are not maintained.

How to fix this error?

Check these Customizing settings.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO217 - Error when calculating the payback period ?

  The SAP error message AO217, which indicates an error when calculating the payback period, typically arises in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or Investment Management (IM) modules. This error can occur due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving it.
  Causes of AO217 Error
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The error may occur if the necessary data for calculating the payback period is missing or incorrectly entered. This includes investment costs, cash inflows, or other relevant financial data.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Asset Accounting or Investment Management settings that prevent the system from calculating the payback period correctly.
  
  
  Inconsistent Data: If there are inconsistencies in the data related to the asset or investment, such as incorrect posting periods or missing transactions, this can lead to the error.
  
  
  Technical Issues: Sometimes, technical issues such as system bugs or problems with the underlying database can cause this error.
  
  
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