How To Fix G00397 - Incorrect extraordinary amortization for CU &1 FVA "&2"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G00 - SAP Consolidation

• Message number: 397

• Message text: Incorrect extraordinary amortization for CU &1 FVA "&2"

What causes this issue?

The extraordinary amortization of fair value adjustments &V2& of the
consolidation group &V1& is greater than the net book value. In this
case no amortization is possible.

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 correct the extraordinary amortization for the fair value
adjustment "&V2&" of consolidation unit &V1& in year &V3& and period
&V4&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G00397 - Incorrect extraordinary amortization for CU &1 FVA "&2" ?

  The SAP error message G00397, which states "Incorrect extraordinary amortization for CU &1 FVA '&2'", typically relates to issues with extraordinary amortization in the context of Fixed Asset Accounting (FI-AA) in SAP. This error can occur when there are inconsistencies or incorrect entries in the extraordinary amortization process for fixed assets.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for extraordinary amortization may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect or incomplete data entries related to the fixed asset or the extraordinary amortization itself.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the transaction you are trying to execute.
  Asset Master Data Issues: The asset master data may have inconsistencies or missing information that affects the extraordinary amortization calculation.
  Currency Issues: There may be issues related to currency conversion or the currency settings for the fixed asset.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for extraordinary amortization in the Asset Accounting module. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Review Data Entries: Verify the entries made for the extraordinary amortization. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the data is accurate.
  Check Posting Period: Ensure that the posting period for the transaction is open. If it is closed, you may need to open it or post the transaction in an open period.
  Validate Asset Master Data: Check the asset master data for any inconsistencies or missing information. Make sure that all relevant fields are populated correctly.
  Currency Settings: Review the currency settings for the fixed asset and ensure that there are no discrepancies in currency conversion or settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like AS02 (Change Asset), AS03 (Display Asset), or OABN (Post Asset Acquisition) to review and correct asset data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation on Fixed Asset Accounting and extraordinary amortization for detailed explanations and guidelines.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.