How To Fix CMS_AST406 - Document type &1 is invalid for sub-asset type &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_AST - Message Class for Asset

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Document type &1 is invalid for sub-asset type &2

What causes this issue?

Specified document type is not maintained as an allowed document type
for the sub-asset type of the sub-asset.

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?

You define mandatory and allowed document types for sub-asset types in
the Implementation Guide (IMG) activities
<DS:SIMG.SIMG_CMS_DOC_SET>Define Document Type Sets</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_AST406 - Document type &1 is invalid for sub-asset type &2 ?

  The SAP error message CMS_AST406 indicates that there is an issue with the document type being used for a specific sub-asset type in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. This error typically arises when the document type assigned to a transaction does not match the expected document type for the specified sub-asset type.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Document Type: The document type specified in the transaction is not valid for the sub-asset type being processed.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module may not have been set up correctly, leading to mismatches between document types and sub-asset types.
  Missing Entries: There may be missing entries in the configuration tables that link document types to sub-asset types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Document Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Integration > Define Document Types.
  Ensure that the document type you are using is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate sub-asset types.
  
  
  
  Review Sub-Asset Type Settings:
  
  Check the configuration for the sub-asset type in question (Transaction code: OAOA).
  Ensure that the sub-asset type is correctly configured to accept the document type you are trying to use.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Data:
  
  If the document type is indeed invalid for the sub-asset type, consider using a different document type that is valid for that sub-asset type.
  Review the transaction data to ensure that the correct document type is being used.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific document types and sub-asset types relevant to your configuration.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAOA (for sub-asset types) and SPRO (for configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform the actions related to asset accounting.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Asset Accounting for further assistance.