How To Fix AY054 - Screen layout rule '&' '&' is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AY - Deprec. simulation - maint. module (AIPS) /gen. master data

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Screen layout rule '&' '&' is not defined

What causes this issue?

Screen layout &V2& with the screen layout table assignment &V1& is
no longer defined.

System Response

The system is working with a default setting.

How to fix this error?

Check the asset class and enter a defined screen layout.
If the screen layout table assignment is 'A', the screen layout rule
for master data does not exist.
If the screen layout table assignement is 'B', the screen layout rule
for one of the depreciation areas is not correct.

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY054 - Screen layout rule '&' '&' is not defined ?

  The SAP error message AY054, which states "Screen layout rule '&' '&' is not defined," typically occurs when there is an issue with the configuration of screen layout rules in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. This error indicates that the system is trying to access a screen layout rule that has not been defined or is not available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The screen layout rule that is being referenced in the transaction or process is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Customization: There may be a mistake in the customization settings where the screen layout rules are defined.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from another system, it might not have been transported correctly, leading to missing definitions.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain screen layout rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Define the Screen Layout Rule:
  
  Go to the transaction code OAOA (or navigate through the menu: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Asset Accounting > Master Data > Screen Layout > Define Screen Layout).
  Check if the screen layout rule that is causing the error is defined. If not, create a new screen layout rule or modify an existing one to include the necessary fields.
  
  
  
  Check Customization Settings:
  
  Review the customization settings to ensure that the screen layout rules are correctly assigned to the relevant asset classes and transactions.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the screen layout rules. This can be checked with the help of your SAP security team.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on how to configure screen layout rules in Asset Accounting.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OAOA: Define Screen Layout
  OAYD: Define Screen Layout for Asset Master Data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Community Forums: Consider searching or posting in SAP community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AY054 error and ensure that the screen layout rules are properly defined in your SAP system.