How To Fix CMS_AST100 - Asset type &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_AST - Message Class for Asset

• Message number: 100

• Message text: Asset type &1 does not exist

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Select from existing asset types using input help on the field or
define new values in the Implementation Guide (IMG) activity
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CMS_AST_TYP>Define Asset Types</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_AST100 - Asset type &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message CMS_AST100, which states "Asset type &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when the system is unable to find a specified asset type in the configuration. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Asset Type: The asset type specified in the transaction or configuration does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or because the asset type has not been created.
  Configuration Issues: The asset type may not have been properly configured in the Asset Accounting module.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or use the specified asset type.
  Transport Issues: If the asset type was recently transported from another system, it may not have been properly imported.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Asset Type: Verify that the asset type specified in the error message actually exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the Asset Accounting configuration:
  
  Go to SPRO ? Financial Accounting ? Asset Accounting ? Master Data ? Define Asset Types.
  Check if the asset type with the specified code exists.
  
  
  
  Create Asset Type: If the asset type does not exist, you may need to create it. Ensure that you have the necessary configuration settings for the new asset type.
  
  
  Correct Typographical Errors: If the asset type exists but is not recognized, check for any typographical errors in the asset type code.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the asset type. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Transport Check: If the asset type was supposed to be transported from another system, check the transport logs to ensure that the transport was successful and that the asset type is available in the target system.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or the asset type, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) to work with asset types.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to asset types and the CMS_AST100 error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMS_AST100 error and ensure that the asset type is correctly configured in your SAP system.