How To Fix AY162 - Deleting is not possible. The group asset already has values.

AY162 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 162

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

What causes this issue?

Group asset &v1& sub-number &v2& already has values.

System Response

Group asset &v1& - &v2& cannot be deleted.

How to fix this error?

If the group 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 group 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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY162 - Deleting is not possible. The group asset already has values. ?

  The SAP error message AY162, which states "Deleting is not possible. The group asset already has values," typically occurs when you attempt to delete a group asset that has associated values or transactions. This can happen in the context of asset accounting when there are existing transactions, such as acquisitions, retirements, or depreciation postings, linked to the group asset.
  
  Cause:
  
  Existing Transactions: The group asset has one or more transactions recorded against it, such as acquisitions, retirements, or depreciation.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the group asset from other assets or financial records.
  
  Configuration Issues: The asset may be configured in a way that prevents deletion due to business rules or settings in the system.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Transactions:
  
  Use transaction codes like AW01N (Asset Explorer) to check if there are any transactions associated with the group asset.
  Review the asset history to identify any postings that may