How To Fix CMS_AST108 - Enter currency for sub-asset &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_AST - Message Class for Asset

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Enter currency for sub-asset &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_AST108 - Enter currency for sub-asset &1 ?

  The SAP error message CMS_AST108 indicates that a currency has not been specified for a sub-asset in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify an asset or sub-asset, and the system requires a currency to be defined for that specific sub-asset.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Currency Assignment: The sub-asset does not have a currency assigned to it, which is mandatory for processing transactions related to that asset.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration settings for asset accounting that prevent the currency from being assigned correctly.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of the asset, the currency field may have been left blank or incorrectly filled.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the Asset Master Data (Transaction Code: AS02 for change or AS03 for display).
  Enter the asset number and check the details of the sub-asset.
  Ensure that the currency field is filled in correctly.
  
  
  
  Assign Currency:
  
  If the currency is missing, you can assign the appropriate currency to the sub-asset.
  Make sure to save the changes after entering the currency.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module.
  Check the settings for the asset class to ensure that the currency is defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed instructions on managing asset master data and currency assignments.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), AS03 (Display Asset).
  Asset Classes: Ensure that the asset class used for the sub-asset allows for currency assignment.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CMS_AST108 error and ensure that the currency for the sub-asset is properly assigned.