How To Fix AU243 - The asset number was entered in addition to the inventory number.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 243

• Message text: The asset number was entered in addition to the inventory number.

What causes this issue?

You entered the asset number or sub-number in addition to the inventory
number for a manual restart.

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?

Remove the entries for the fields asset main number and sub-number, if
you want to carry out the restart according to the inventory number.
If you want to restart according to the asset number and sub-number, you
need to remove the entry from the inventory number field.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AU243 - The asset number was entered in addition to the inventory number. ?

  The SAP error message AU243 indicates that there is a conflict in the data entry for asset management. Specifically, it means that both an asset number and an inventory number have been entered for the same transaction, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An asset is being processed (e.g., during a transaction like asset transfer, retirement, or acquisition) and both the asset number and inventory number fields are filled in.
  The system is designed to recognize either an asset number or an inventory number, but not both simultaneously.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AU243 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Input Fields: Review the transaction screen where the error occurred. Ensure that you are only entering either the asset number or the inventory number, but not both.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If both numbers are present, remove one of them based on your business requirements. If you need to reference the asset, use the asset number; if you need to reference the inventory, use the inventory number.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If this error occurs frequently and is not expected behavior, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that the system is set up correctly for your organization's needs.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidelines on how to handle asset and inventory numbers in your transactions.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary corrections, re-attempt the transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to asset management, such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or ABAVN (Transfer within Company Code).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context or solutions.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in asset management are trained on the correct procedures for entering asset and inventory numbers to prevent this error from occurring in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AU243 error and continue with your asset management processes in SAP.