How To Fix AY131 - Asset &1 &2 is not a capital investment measure

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 131

• Message text: Asset &1 &2 is not a capital investment measure

What causes this issue?

The asset &V1& sub-number &V2& in company code &V3& is not a capital
investment measure.

System Response

The function you want to execute cannot be carried out.

How to fix this error?

Choose a different asset.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY131 - Asset &1 &2 is not a capital investment measure ?

  The SAP error message AY131 indicates that the asset you are trying to process is not recognized as a capital investment measure. This typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when you are attempting to perform an operation that is only valid for capital investment measures, such as transferring costs or settling an investment order.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Asset Type: The asset you are trying to work with may not be classified as a capital investment measure. This could be due to incorrect configuration or assignment in the asset master data.
  Asset Status: The asset may be in a status that does not allow it to be treated as a capital investment measure (e.g., it may be fully depreciated or retired).
  Investment Order: If you are trying to settle costs to an asset, the investment order may not be correctly linked to a capital investment measure.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Verify the asset master data to ensure that the asset is correctly classified as a capital investment measure. You can do this by checking the asset class and ensuring it is set up to allow capital investments.
  Review Asset Status: Ensure that the asset is in a valid status for capital investment measures. If the asset is retired or fully depreciated, you may need to create a new asset or adjust the existing one.
  Investment Order Configuration: If you are working with an investment order, ensure that it is correctly configured and linked to the appropriate capital investment measure.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings related to asset accounting and capital investment measures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) to check and modify asset details.
  Asset Classes: Familiarize yourself with the different asset classes in your SAP system and their configurations to ensure they are set up correctly for capital investments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Asset Accounting for further assistance.