How To Fix AY161 - Deleting is not possible. The asset already has values.

AY161 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Deleting is not possible. The asset already has values.

What causes this issue?

Asset &v1& sub-number &v2& already has values.

System Response

Asset &v1& - &v2& cannot be deleted.

How to fix this error?

If the asset has not been posted, but received values during the
transfer of data from your previous system (not tranactions) then you
can follow this procedure: Delete the transferred values using the
transaction for changing old assets.
You may need to temporarily remove the setting of the indicator
"recalculate depreciation in past years" in certain depreciation areas
in company code &v3& . This is done in FI-AA Customizing.
Then physically delete the group asset.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY161 - Deleting is not possible. The asset already has values. ?

  The SAP error message AY161, "Deleting is not possible. The asset already has values," typically occurs when you attempt to delete an asset in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module, but the asset has already been assigned values or transactions. This means that the asset has been used in financial transactions, and SAP prevents deletion to maintain data integrity.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Transactions: The asset has been involved in transactions such as acquisitions, retirements, or transfers.
  Depreciation: The asset may have depreciation values posted against it.
  Asset History: The asset has historical data that cannot be deleted without affecting financial reports and integrity.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you have a few options:
  
  
  Block the Asset: Instead of deleting the asset, you can block it for further transactions. This can be done using the transaction code AS02 (Change Asset) and setting the status to "Blocked."
  
  
  Retire the Asset: If the asset is no longer in use, you can retire it