How To Fix AP151 - Distributing annual values not possible w/o distributing overall values

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AP - Investment program messages

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Distributing annual values not possible w/o distributing overall values

What causes this issue?

You can set the indicator for budget distribution of annual values only
<ZH>in addition to</> the indicator for budget distribution of overall
values.
The logic is as follows:
Indicator <PF>budget distribution of overall values</> not set:
Budget distribution is not possible at all.
Indicator <PF>budget distribution of overall values</> set:
Indicator <PF>budget distribution of annual values</> not set:
Only overall budgets can be distributed.
Indicator <PF>budget distribution of annual values</> set:
Overall budgets and annual budgets can be distributed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AP151 - Distributing annual values not possible w/o distributing overall values ?

  The SAP error message AP151 ("Distributing annual values not possible without distributing overall values") typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when you are trying to distribute annual values (like depreciation) without first distributing the overall values for an asset. This error is often encountered during the execution of asset transactions, such as asset transfers, retirements, or adjustments.
  Cause:
  The error arises because SAP requires that the overall values (total acquisition costs, total accumulated depreciation, etc.) of an asset must be distributed before you can distribute the annual values. This is a safeguard to ensure that the financial data remains consistent and accurate.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Overall Values: Ensure that the overall values for the asset in question have been properly distributed. You can do this by navigating to the asset master record and checking the values.
  
  
  Distribute Overall Values: If the overall values have not been distributed, you need to perform the distribution of overall values first. This can typically be done through the following transaction codes:
  
  ABUMN: Transfer within the same company code
  ABT1N: Transfer between company codes
  ABAVN: Asset retirement
  
  
  
  Re-attempt Distribution of Annual Values: Once the overall values have been successfully distributed, you can then proceed to distribute the annual values.
  
  
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that the distribution settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the steps or need more detailed guidance, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in Asset Accounting, such as:
  
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  ABT1N: Transfer between company codes
  ABAVN: Asset retirement
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address specific issues.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform asset transactions, as insufficient permissions can also lead to errors.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AP151 error and successfully distribute the annual values for your assets.