How To Fix AY226 - Entered asset class not the same as class & of main number

AY226 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Entered asset class not the same as class & of main number

What causes this issue?

Asset class &v2& that you entered is different from asset class &v1& of
the main number.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check if you really want to create the sub-number in a different asset
class than the main number.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY226 - Entered asset class not the same as class & of main number ?

  The SAP error message AY226 ("Entered asset class not the same as class & of main number") typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the asset class of the asset you are trying to create or modify and the asset class of the main asset number that it is associated with. This error is common in asset accounting when dealing with asset master records.
  
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Asset Classes: The asset you are trying to create or modify has an asset class that does not match the asset class of the main asset number.
  Incorrect Configuration: The asset class configuration in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the asset class during the creation or modification of the asset.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Asset Class: Verify the asset class of the main asset number. You can do this by navigating to the