How To Fix CMS_CUS_AST012 - You cannot define document set for the asset type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_CUS_AST - Asset customizing messages

• Message number: 012

• Message text: You cannot define document set for the asset type

What causes this issue?

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

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CMS_CUS_AST012 - You cannot define document set for the asset type ?

  The SAP error message CMS_CUS_AST012, which states "You cannot define document set for the asset type," typically occurs when there is an attempt to assign a document set to an asset type that does not support it. This can happen in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) within SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Asset Type Configuration: The asset type you are trying to assign a document set to may not be configured to allow document sets. In SAP, not all asset types are designed to have document sets associated with them.
  Missing Customization: The necessary customization for document sets may not have been completed for the specific asset type.
  System Settings: There may be system settings or restrictions that prevent the assignment of document sets to certain asset types.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Asset Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for asset types in SAP (Transaction code: OAOA).
  Verify if the asset type in question is set up to allow document sets. If not, you may need to adjust the configuration.
  
  
  
  Define Document Set:
  
  If the asset type should support document sets, ensure that the document set is defined correctly in the system. You can do this in the configuration settings for document management.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Asset Accounting and document management to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Check for Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset types and document sets.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue through configuration changes, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAOA (Asset Type Configuration) and OAC0 (Document Management Configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.