How To Fix AO461 - Due to entry in row &1, total of revenue exceeds maximum amount

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 461

• Message text: Due to entry in row &1, total of revenue exceeds maximum amount

What causes this issue?

Due to the entry of revenue in row &V1&, the resulting cumulative
revenue exceeds the allowed maximum number of pre-decimal places (&V2&
).
The maximum allowed number of pre-decimal places in the planning table
is based on the number of decimal places for the currency and the
scaling factor entered in the planning profile.

System Response

It is not possible to transfer the value.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AO461 - Due to entry in row &1, total of revenue exceeds maximum amount ?

  The SAP error message AO461 indicates that the total revenue for a specific entry exceeds the maximum allowable amount defined in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when trying to post a transaction that would result in a total revenue amount that surpasses the configured limits.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Maximum Revenue Limit: The primary cause of this error is that the total revenue for the asset or transaction exceeds the maximum amount set in the system configuration.
  Configuration Settings: The maximum revenue limit may be defined in the asset master data or in the configuration settings for the asset accounting module.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be an error in the data entry, such as incorrect amounts or misconfigured asset classes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting in SAP.
  Check the maximum revenue limits set for the relevant asset class or transaction type.
  If necessary, adjust the maximum revenue limit to accommodate the transaction.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data:
  
  Go to the asset master data and verify the revenue settings.
  Ensure that the asset is correctly configured and that the revenue limits are appropriate for the asset type.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Review the transaction that triggered the error and ensure that the amounts entered are correct.
  If the amounts are indeed correct but exceed the limit, consider whether the transaction needs to be split into smaller parts or if adjustments are needed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error message.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or AS03 (Display Asset) to review or modify asset data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset configurations or master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AO461 error and implement a solution to resolve it.