How To Fix CMS_AST013 - Select a number assignment type for the asset type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_AST - Message Class for Asset

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Select a number assignment type for the asset type

What causes this issue?

A number assignment type determines if identification numbers for assets
(of the specified type) must be generated within the system, or be
specified by the user.

System Response

System fails to save number range settings for the asset type if a
number assignment type is not selected.

How to fix this error?

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

Select a number assignment type using the arrow on the field. This
arrow lists the possible number assignment types. Collateral Management
provides the following number range assignment types:
<ZK>Internal </>- For each asset type, you must specify a number range
interval. The system assigns a unique ID from this number range
interval to each asset created for the specified asset type.
<ZK>External and Within a Specified Range</>: You specify an asset ID
and the system validates if the ID exists in the number range interval
specified for the asset type of the asset.
<ZK>External Number or Free Text Entry</>: You can specify a number or a
free text of your choice as asset ID. No validations are performed
against entries for this number assignment type.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_AST013 - Select a number assignment type for the asset type ?

  The SAP error message CMS_AST013, which states "Select a number assignment type for the asset type," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system requires a specific number assignment type to be defined for the asset type you are trying to create or modify.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The asset type you are working with does not have a number assignment type configured in the system.
  Incorrect Asset Type: The asset type you are trying to use may not be set up correctly or may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: There may be restrictions on your user role that prevent you from accessing or modifying the necessary configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the CMS_AST013 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Asset Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Master Data > Define Asset Classes.
  Ensure that the asset type you are trying to use has a number assignment type defined. If it does not, you will need to create or modify the asset type to include a number assignment.
  
  
  
  Define Number Assignment:
  
  In the same configuration area, check the settings for number assignment. You may need to define a new number range or assign an existing number range to the asset type.
  Ensure that the number range is not locked and is available for use.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  If you suspect that authorization issues may be causing the problem, check with your SAP security administrator to ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access and modify asset types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the necessary changes, try to create or modify the asset again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OAOA (for asset class configuration) or OAVC (for number range assignment) to access the relevant configuration screens directly.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Asset Accounting for detailed guidance on configuring asset types and number assignments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.