How To Fix AU145 - Inconsistency in asset &1 &2 in area &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 145

• Message text: Inconsistency in asset &1 &2 in area &3

What causes this issue?

The last fiscal year of the annual values (ANLB-LGJAN) &v4& is after
the fiscal year of the last entry in the table of asset value fields
(ANLC-GJAHR) in depreciation area &v3& of asset &v1& &v2&.

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?

Contact the SAP Hotline for assistance in correcting this error.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AU145 - Inconsistency in asset &1 &2 in area &3 ?

  The SAP error message AU145 indicates an inconsistency in an asset in a specific area. This error typically arises in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when there are discrepancies in the asset data, such as differences between the asset master data and the transaction data.
  Cause:
  The inconsistency can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during asset creation or modification.
  Posting Errors: Incorrect postings to the asset, such as wrong amounts or incorrect periods.
  Changes in Configuration: Changes in asset accounting configuration that affect existing assets.
  Missing or Incorrect Depreciation Runs: If depreciation runs are not executed correctly, it can lead to inconsistencies.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual adjustments made to asset values that do not align with the system's expected values.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AU145 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Review the asset master data for the asset in question. Ensure that all fields are correctly filled and consistent with the expected values.
  
  
  Review Transaction Data: Look at the transaction history for the asset. Check for any incorrect postings or adjustments that may have caused the inconsistency.
  
  
  Run the Asset Accounting Reports: Use transaction codes like AW01N (Asset Explorer) or S_ALR_87011963 (Asset Balances) to analyze the asset's data and identify discrepancies.
  
  
  Execute Depreciation Runs: If the issue is related to depreciation, ensure that all necessary depreciation runs have been executed correctly. Use transaction code AFAB to run the depreciation.
  
  
  Use the Asset Reconciliation Report: Run the asset reconciliation report to identify any inconsistencies between the asset accounting and general ledger.
  
  
  Correct the Inconsistencies: Based on your findings, make the necessary corrections to the asset data or postings. This may involve reversing incorrect transactions or adjusting asset values.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  AFAB: Run Depreciation
  AW01N: Asset Explorer
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Asset Accounting for best practices and guidelines on maintaining asset data integrity.
  User Roles: Ensure that users responsible for asset management have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make necessary changes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency indicated by the AU145 error message in SAP.