How To Fix CMS_AST015 - Interval chosen for the asset type is not internal; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_AST - Message Class for Asset

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Interval chosen for the asset type is not internal; see long text

What causes this issue?

You have selected an internal number assignment type for the asset type.
Therefore, you must specify an internal number range interval.

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?

Select an Internal number range interval.
If you persist on specifying an external number range interval, select
an <ZK>External </>number assignment type for the asset type.
Alternatively, in the Implementation Guide (IMG) Customizing for number
ranges, uncheck the flag <ZK>External </>for the specified number range
interval.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_AST015 - Interval chosen for the asset type is not internal; see long text ?

  The SAP error message CMS_AST015 indicates that there is an issue with the interval chosen for a specific asset type in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. This error typically arises when the system expects a certain type of interval (e.g., internal) for the asset type, but the selected interval does not meet this requirement.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Interval Selection: The interval you have chosen for the asset type is not defined as an internal interval in the system settings.
  Configuration Issues: The asset type may not be properly configured to allow the selected interval.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in data entry when selecting the interval for the asset.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Asset Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the asset type in the Asset Accounting module.
  Ensure that the intervals defined for the asset type include the one you are trying to use and that it is marked as internal.
  
  
  
  Select a Valid Interval:
  
  If the interval you selected is not valid, choose a different interval that is defined as internal for the asset type.
  
  
  
  Review Long Text:
  
  The error message suggests checking the long text for more details. You can do this by navigating to the error message in the SAP system and viewing the long text for additional context and guidance.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to Asset Accounting and asset type configuration to ensure you understand the requirements for intervals.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes or by selecting a different interval, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as OAOA (for asset type configuration) or OAYZ (for interval configuration) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset type configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the CMS_AST015 error and implement a solution to resolve it.