How To Fix CMS_AST_SRV011 - Specify a currency for nominal value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_AST_SRV - Asset service

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Specify a currency for nominal value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_AST_SRV011 - Specify a currency for nominal value ?

  The SAP error message CMS_AST_SRV011: "Specify a currency for nominal value" typically occurs in the context of asset accounting or financial transactions where a nominal value is being processed without an associated currency. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when creating or modifying asset master records, or during transactions that involve asset values.
  Cause:
  The error is generally caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Currency Information: The transaction or asset record does not have a currency specified for the nominal value.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle currency assignments for the specific asset or transaction type.
  Data Entry Errors: Users may have inadvertently left the currency field blank when entering data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the asset master record in SAP.
  Ensure that the currency field is filled in correctly. You can do this by going to the asset master data transaction (e.g., AS01, AS02) and checking the relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Specify Currency in Transaction:
  
  If you are performing a transaction (like acquisition or transfer), ensure that you specify the currency in the transaction screen. Look for fields related to currency and ensure they are populated.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module. Ensure that the currency settings are correctly defined for the company code and asset classes.
  You can access configuration settings through the SPRO transaction and navigate to the relevant sections for Asset Accounting.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to asset accounting and currency settings for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  If the error is due to user input, consider providing training or guidelines to users on how to correctly enter data related to asset transactions.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Asset Accounting and currency handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.