How To Fix FAA_MD088 - You are not allowed to assign an asset number starting with '$'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FAA_MD - Fixed Asset Master

• Message number: 088

• Message text: You are not allowed to assign an asset number starting with '$'

What causes this issue?

When the system creates a draft version of an asset master record, it
automatically assigns an asset number starting with '$'.
However, when you manually assign an asset number, you must <ZH>not</>
have an asset number starting with '$'.

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?

Please assign a valid asset number.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FAA_MD088 - You are not allowed to assign an asset number starting with '$' ?

  The SAP error message FAA_MD088 indicates that you are trying to assign an asset number that starts with the dollar sign ('$'), which is not allowed in the system. This restriction is typically in place to maintain consistency and avoid conflicts with the asset numbering conventions defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Asset Number Format: The asset number you are trying to assign begins with a character ('$') that is not permitted according to the asset number range settings in SAP.
  Configuration Settings: The asset number range may be configured to disallow certain characters or formats, including special characters like '$'.
  
  Solution:
  
  Change the Asset Number: Use a different asset number that does not start with the '$' character. Ensure that the new asset number adheres to the allowed format and character set defined in your SAP system.
  Check Number Ranges: Review the configuration of asset number ranges in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. You can do this by navigating to:
  
  Transaction Code: OAOA (Define Number Ranges for Assets)
  Ensure that the number range does not include special characters that are not allowed.
  
  
  Consult with SAP Administrator: If you are unsure about the allowed formats or need to change the configuration, consult with your SAP administrator or the person responsible for system configuration. They can provide guidance on the correct asset number formats and make necessary adjustments if required.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Asset Accounting to understand the rules and configurations related to asset number assignments.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) to manage asset records effectively.
  User Exits or BAdIs: If your organization has specific requirements for asset numbering, check if there are any user exits or Business Add-Ins (BAdIs) that can be implemented to customize the behavior of asset number assignments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FAA_MD088 error and successfully assign asset numbers in SAP.