How To Fix AY404 - Correct distribution - invest. profile &1 allows percentage dist. only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 404

• Message text: Correct distribution - invest. profile &1 allows percentage dist. only

What causes this issue?

Investment profile &V1& allows distribution by percentage rates only.
However, amounts and/or equivalence numbers were also used for the
current distribution.
This has to be corrected.

System Response

It is not possible to save the depreciation distribution in this form.

How to fix this error?

On the next distribution screen, you can make corrections in the
distribution overview. Do one of the following:
Change the distributions by amounts and equivalence numbers to
percentage distributions.
Delete the distributions by amounts and equivalence numbers.
Check the assigned investment profile, to see if allowing only
percentages is correct.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AY404 - Correct distribution - invest. profile &1 allows percentage dist. only ?

  The SAP error message AY404 indicates that there is an issue with the distribution of investment profiles in Asset Accounting (FI-AA). Specifically, it means that the investment profile you are trying to use allows only percentage distribution, but the system is attempting to process a distribution that does not conform to this requirement.
  Cause:
  
  Investment Profile Configuration: The investment profile assigned to the asset may be configured to allow only percentage-based distribution. If you are trying to use a different method (e.g., fixed amount distribution), the system will raise this error.
  Incorrect Distribution Method: The distribution method you are trying to apply does not match the settings of the investment profile.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry where a fixed amount was entered instead of a percentage.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Investment Profile Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the investment profile in SAP (Transaction code: OAOA).
  Verify the settings for the distribution method. Ensure that it is set to allow percentage distribution only.
  
  
  
  Adjust Distribution Method:
  
  If you need to use a fixed amount distribution, consider changing the investment profile to allow for that method, if appropriate for your business process.
  Alternatively, if percentage distribution is required, ensure that the distribution entries you are making conform to this requirement.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entries you are making in the asset transaction. Ensure that you are entering percentages where required and that the values are within acceptable ranges.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Asset Accounting and investment profiles for further guidance on configuration and usage.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  OAOA (Define Investment Profiles)
  OAYZ (Define Asset Classes)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Asset Accounting and investment profiles.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AY404 error and ensure that your asset distribution aligns with the configured investment profile.