How To Fix CMS_CHG018 - Asset part amount of a charge cannot be greater than the &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_CHG - Message Class for Charges

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Asset part amount of a charge cannot be greater than the &

What causes this issue?

The amount of asset pledged in a charge cannot be greater than the total
value of the asset.

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_CHG018 - Asset part amount of a charge cannot be greater than the & ?

  The SAP error message CMS_CHG018 indicates that there is an issue with the asset part amount of a charge in the system. Specifically, it means that the amount you are trying to assign to an asset part of a charge exceeds the allowed limit or the maximum value defined for that particular asset or charge.
  Cause:
  
  Exceeding Limits: The amount you are trying to enter for the asset part of the charge exceeds the predefined limit set in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the asset management module that restrict the amount that can be charged to an asset.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a simple data entry error where the amount was incorrectly inputted.
  Business Rules: There may be business rules or validations in place that restrict the amount based on certain criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Amount: Verify the amount you are trying to enter for the asset part of the charge. Ensure it is within the allowed limits.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the asset management module to see if there are any limits set for the asset part amounts. Adjust them if necessary and if you have the appropriate permissions.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines that outline the limits for asset charges.
  Data Entry Correction: If the amount was entered incorrectly, correct it to a valid amount that complies with the system's requirements.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional consultant who specializes in asset management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP that pertain to asset management and charge processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to asset charges, as restrictions may be in place based on user roles.
  Testing: If changes are made to configuration or data, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that no new issues arise.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.