How To Fix CMS_CUS_AST014 - You cannot define document set for the sub-asset type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CMS_CUS_AST - Asset customizing messages

• Message number: 014

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

What causes this issue?

A document set with the same details is already maintained for the
specified sub-asset type.

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_AST014 - You cannot define document set for the sub-asset type ?

  The SAP error message CMS_CUS_AST014, which states "You cannot define document set for the sub-asset type," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) or the Document Management System (DMS) when there is an attempt to assign a document set to a sub-asset type that does not support it.
  
  Cause:
  
  Sub-Asset Type Configuration: The sub-asset type you are trying to assign a document set to may not be configured to allow document sets. This can happen if the sub-asset type is not set up correctly in the system.
  Document Set Definition: The document set you are trying to use may not be defined properly or may not be compatible with the sub-asset type.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the assignment of document sets to certain asset types or sub-asset types.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Sub-Asset Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the sub-asset type in the Asset Accounting module.
  Ensure that the sub-asset type