How To Fix AO245 - Preinvestment analysis figures were calculated again

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 245

• Message text: Preinvestment analysis figures were calculated again

What causes this issue?

You chose the 'calculate preinvestment analysis figures' function. The
function was carried out.

System Response

The system determined the preinvestment analysis figures based on the
planned costs and revenue, and the yield curve that was defined in
Customizing. The system also used the value date that was specified in
Customizing.

How to fix this error?

Check the figures determined for the payback period, the net present
value, internal rate of return and the discounted cash flow rate.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO245 - Preinvestment analysis figures were calculated again ?

  The SAP error message AO245, which states "Preinvestment analysis figures were calculated again," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or Investment Management (IM) modules. This message indicates that the system has recalculated the preinvestment analysis figures for an investment measure or asset, which can happen due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Changes in Investment Measures: If there are changes made to the investment measures or related data, the system may trigger a recalculation of the preinvestment analysis figures.
  Data Inconsistencies: Inconsistencies or errors in the underlying data can lead to the need for recalculation.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in configuration settings related to asset accounting or investment management can also cause this message to appear.
  Manual Adjustments: If users manually adjust values or settings related to the investment analysis, it may prompt the system to recalculate.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Changes: Check if any recent changes were made to investment measures, asset data, or configuration settings. If so, verify that these changes are correct and necessary.
  Data Consistency Check: Ensure that all related data is consistent and accurate. This may involve running reports or checks to identify any discrepancies.
  Recalculate Manually: If the system has recalculated figures automatically, you may want to manually trigger a recalculation to ensure that all figures are up to date.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the AO245 message for any specific guidance or recommendations.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and IM-related transactions for investment measures.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AO245 error message and take appropriate action to resolve it.