How To Fix BOS04071 - Calculation rule is value for A/D &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BOS04 - BOS PS integration and Futher objects with EN language

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Calculation rule is value for A/D &1

What causes this issue?

An assignment of addition and deduction procedure is incorrect.

System Response

You cannot attach any of the percentage field (ZAP01 to ZAP05) to an
addition and deduction for which calculation rule is <LS>Value</>.

How to fix this error?

Check the calculation rule assignment of the selected addition and
deduction procedure. You have selected calculation rule as <LS>Value</>
and trying to attach percentage field (ZAP01 to ZAP05).
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The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BOS04071 - Calculation rule is value for A/D &1 ?

  The SAP error message BOS04071, which states "Calculation rule is value for A/D &1," typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when dealing with the configuration of calculation rules in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or similar modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the calculation rule assigned to a specific asset or depreciation area.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The calculation rule for the asset or depreciation area may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Missing or Invalid Values: The value assigned to the calculation rule may be missing or invalid, leading to the error.
  Incompatibility: The calculation rule may not be compatible with the asset type or the specific depreciation area being used.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be data entry errors in the asset master record or in the configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (Transaction code: OAYD or OAYE).
  Verify that the calculation rules for the relevant depreciation areas are correctly defined and assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data:
  
  Go to the asset master record (Transaction code: AS03) and check the details for the asset in question.
  Ensure that the depreciation area and calculation rule are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Correct Calculation Rule:
  
  If the calculation rule is incorrect, update it to the appropriate value that aligns with the asset type and depreciation area.
  Ensure that the calculation rule is valid and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the calculation rules and their valid values.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test run to ensure that the error is resolved and that the asset calculations are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), AS03 (Display Asset), and OAYD (Depreciation Areas).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset configurations and master data.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the BOS04071 error in your SAP system.