How To Fix AU129 - Symbolic amount &1 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AU - FI-AA utility program error messages

• Message number: 129

• Message text: Symbolic amount &1 is not defined

What causes this issue?

Processing terminated due to incorrect Customizing settings.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Correct the non-defined symbol &V1& in the line item schema for Asset
Accounting.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AU129 - Symbolic amount &1 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message AU129, which states "Symbolic amount &1 is not defined," typically occurs in the context of financial transactions, particularly when dealing with symbolic accounts in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a definition for the specified symbolic amount, which is often used for various accounting purposes, such as depreciation or asset valuation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The symbolic amount referenced in the error message has not been defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight during the setup of the Asset Accounting module.
  Incorrect Symbolic Amount: The symbolic amount being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled in the transaction or configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Valuation > Define Symbolic Accounts.
  Verify if the symbolic amount in question is defined. If it is not, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Correct the Symbolic Amount:
  
  If the symbolic amount is defined but still causing issues, check for any typos or discrepancies in the transaction where the error occurs.
  Ensure that the correct symbolic amount is being used in the relevant transactions.
  
  
  
  Transport and Activation:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, ensure that all necessary transport requests have been successfully imported and activated in the target system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Asset Accounting and symbolic amounts for additional context and guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Symbolic Accounts: These are used in SAP to represent certain financial values in a more abstract way, allowing for flexibility in financial reporting and analysis.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) to test and validate your changes.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Asset Accounting.