How To Fix CMS_CUS_AST011 - You cannot define business partner function set for the asset type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_CUS_AST - Asset customizing messages

• Message number: 011

• Message text: You cannot define business partner function set for the asset type

What causes this issue?

A partner function set with the same details is already maintained for
the sub-asset type of the specified asset type.
<ZH>Note</> : You can assign partner function sets either to the asset
type or its sub-asset types.

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_CUS_AST011 - You cannot define business partner function set for the asset type ?

  The SAP error message CMS_CUS_AST011 indicates that there is an issue with defining a business partner function set for a specific asset type. This error typically arises in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when there is a mismatch or misconfiguration in the settings related to business partners and asset types.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The business partner function set for the specified asset type may not be defined in the system.
  Incorrect Assignment: The asset type may not be correctly assigned to a business partner function set.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to business partners and asset types.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to define or modify the business partner function set.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for business partner functions in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the business partner function set is defined for the asset type in question.
  You can do this by going to the following path in the SAP Easy Access menu:
  SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Asset Accounting -> Integration with Business Partner -> Define Business Partner Function Set for Asset Types
  
  
  
  
  Define Business Partner Function Set:
  
  If the function set is not defined, create a new entry for the asset type and assign the appropriate business partner function set.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Type Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the asset type to ensure it is correctly configured to use the business partner function set.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run data consistency checks to identify any discrepancies between business partner data and asset data.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to business partner settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for additional guidance on configuring business partner functions and asset types.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) or OAOA (Asset Accounting) to access relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide patches related to this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and settings, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error CMS_CUS_AST011 and successfully define the business partner function set for the asset type in your SAP system.