How To Fix AY164 - Required entry field &1 in investment measure &2 &3 is not completed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Required entry field &1 in investment measure &2 &3 is not completed

What causes this issue?

Field &V1& is defined as a required entry field in screen layout &V4&,
but it is currently not maintained in investment measure &V2& &V3&.
Therefore, the system sees the asset as incomplete. The investment
measure cannot be activated.

System Response

Points out inconsistency.

How to fix this error?

Do one of the following:
Maintain field &V1& in investment measure &V2& &V3&.
Change screen layout rule &V4& for the asset, and then change the asset
again. Then the system will recognize it as complete.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY164 - Required entry field &1 in investment measure &2 &3 is not completed ?

  The SAP error message AY164 indicates that a required entry field in an investment measure is not completed. This error typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or Investment Management (IM) when trying to create or modify an investment measure or related document.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when a mandatory field that is required for the investment measure is left blank. This could be due to:
  
  Missing Data: Required fields such as investment measure type, description, or other key attributes are not filled in.
  Configuration Issues: The investment measure type may not be properly configured in the system, leading to missing mandatory fields.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering necessary information while creating or updating the investment measure.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AY164 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify Required Fields: Check the investment measure type and identify which fields are mandatory. This can usually be found in the configuration settings or documentation related to investment measures.
  
  
  Complete Missing Fields: Go back to the transaction where the error occurred and ensure that all required fields are filled in. Pay special attention to fields that are marked with an asterisk (*) or are highlighted in some way.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, review the settings for the investment measure type to ensure that all necessary fields are defined correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details about the investment measure and its required fields.
  
  
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing additional training to users on how to properly enter investment measures and the importance of completing all required fields.
  
  
  Check for System Notes: Sometimes, SAP releases notes or patches that address specific issues. Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that might pertain to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to investment measures include:
  
  IM01: Create Investment Measure
  IM02: Change Investment Measure
  IM03: Display Investment Measure
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error AY164 for any specific fixes or updates that may be applicable.
  
  
  User Exits and BAdIs: If custom logic is implemented, check if there are any user exits or BAdIs that might be affecting the behavior of the investment measure creation process.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the AY164 error in SAP.