How To Fix AY186 - The asset class you entered is ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 186

• Message text: The asset class you entered is ignored

What causes this issue?

You want to create a sub-number and you entered asset class &v1&. The
asset class of the main asset number differs from the asset class you
entered.

System Response

You always have to create a sub-number in the same asset class as the
main asset number. Asset class &v1& that you entered is ignored. The
system creates the sub-number in asset class &v2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY186 - The asset class you entered is ignored ?

  The SAP error message AY186 ("The asset class you entered is ignored") typically occurs when there is an issue with the asset class configuration or the data being entered in the asset accounting module. Here are the common causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Asset Class: The asset class you are trying to use may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Inactive Asset Class: The asset class might be inactive or not properly configured in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The asset class may not have been configured correctly in the Asset Accounting settings.
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type being used may not be compatible with the asset class.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to use the specified asset class.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Asset Class: Verify that the asset class you are entering is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the Asset Accounting configuration and checking the list of asset classes.
  
  
  Activate Asset Class: If the asset class is inactive, you may need to activate it. This can be done in the configuration settings of Asset Accounting.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the asset class is properly configured. Check the settings related to the asset class in the Asset Accounting configuration (transaction code OAOA).
  
  
  Check Transaction Type: Make sure that the transaction type you are using is compatible with the asset class. You can review the transaction types in the configuration settings.
  
  
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform transactions with the specified asset class. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to asset accounting include:
  
  OAOA: Define Asset Classes
  OAYZ: Define Number Ranges for Asset Classes
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to asset classes and error messages.
  
  
  Community Forums: SAP Community and other forums can be helpful for finding similar issues faced by other users and their solutions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the AY186 error message in SAP.