How To Fix CMS_CHG019 - Charge amount for a sub-asset &1 cannot be greater than its value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_CHG - Message Class for Charges

• Message number: 019

• Message text: Charge amount for a sub-asset &1 cannot be greater than its value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_CHG019 - Charge amount for a sub-asset &1 cannot be greater than its value ?

  The SAP error message CMS_CHG019 indicates that there is an attempt to charge an amount to a sub-asset that exceeds its current value. This typically occurs in the context of asset accounting, where sub-assets are part of a larger asset and have their own values and depreciation.
  Cause:
  
  Excessive Charge Amount: The charge amount being posted to the sub-asset is greater than the current value of that sub-asset.
  Incorrect Valuation: The sub-asset may not have been properly valued or may have depreciated more than expected.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the amount being entered, either due to manual entry or incorrect data being pulled from another system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the asset accounting module that are causing incorrect values to be calculated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Sub-Asset Value: Review the current value of the sub-asset in question. You can do this by navigating to the asset master record and checking the value and depreciation.
  Adjust Charge Amount: If the charge amount is indeed greater than the sub-asset's value, you will need to adjust the charge amount to be equal to or less than the sub-asset's value.
  Review Depreciation: Ensure that the depreciation for the sub-asset has been calculated correctly. If there are discrepancies, you may need to run the depreciation calculation again.
  Correct Data Entry: If the charge amount was entered incorrectly, correct the entry and try posting again.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP administrator or a consultant to review the asset accounting settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like AS03 (Display Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or AW01N (Asset Explorer) to view and manage asset information.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more details on asset accounting and sub-assets.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the charge amounts are correctly aligned with the values of the sub-assets.