How To Fix CMS_AST043 - Enter safety discount percentage for sub-asset &1 less than 100%

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_AST - Message Class for Asset

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Enter safety discount percentage for sub-asset &1 less than 100%

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_AST043 - Enter safety discount percentage for sub-asset &1 less than 100% ?

  The SAP error message CMS_AST043 indicates that a safety discount percentage for a sub-asset is required to be entered and must be less than 100%. This error typically arises in the context of asset accounting, particularly when dealing with sub-assets in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  A user attempts to create or modify a sub-asset without specifying a safety discount percentage.
  The entered safety discount percentage is equal to or greater than 100%, which is not allowed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Safety Discount Percentage:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction where the error occurred (e.g., creating or modifying a sub-asset).
  Ensure that you have entered a safety discount percentage that is less than 100%. 
  
  
  
  Enter a Valid Percentage:
  
  If the field is blank, enter a percentage value (e.g., 0% to 99%).
  If you mistakenly entered 100% or more, change it to a valid percentage.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering a valid safety discount percentage, save your changes to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Safety Discount: This is a percentage that represents a reduction in the value of the asset for accounting purposes, often used in scenarios where the asset's value may be impaired or needs to be adjusted.
  Sub-Assets: These are components of a main asset that can have their own depreciation and accounting treatment.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP for asset management, such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset).
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.