How To Fix CMS_AST124 - No assets exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_AST - Message Class for Asset

• Message number: 124

• Message text: No assets exist

What causes this issue?

The specified assets could not be retrieved as they do not exist.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_AST124 - No assets exist ?

  The SAP error message CMS_AST124 ("No assets exist") typically occurs in the context of the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when a user attempts to access or process asset-related data, but the system cannot find any assets that meet the specified criteria. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  No Assets Created: There may be no assets created in the system for the specified company code or area.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to search for assets may be too restrictive or incorrect, leading to no results being found.
  Data Deletion: Assets may have been deleted or archived, making them unavailable for the current transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the assets.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Asset Accounting settings that prevent assets from being displayed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Asset Creation: Verify that assets have been created in the system for the relevant company code. You can do this by navigating to the Asset Master Data and checking if any assets exist.
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used in the transaction are correct. Try broadening the search parameters to see if any assets can be found.
  Check for Deletion/Archiving: Investigate whether assets have been deleted or archived. If they have been archived, you may need to restore them or adjust your search to include archived assets.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and manage asset data. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user roles and permissions.
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure everything is set up correctly. This may require assistance from a functional consultant or SAP support.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), AS03 (Display Asset), and AW01N (Asset Explorer) to navigate asset-related tasks.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Asset Accounting for detailed guidance on asset management processes and troubleshooting.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP directly for further assistance.