How To Fix G4852 - Asset and Inventory radio buttons may not be both ON

G4852 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G4 - EC-CS Consolidation

• Message number: 852

• Message text: Asset and Inventory radio buttons may not be both ON

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G4852 - Asset and Inventory radio buttons may not be both ON ?

  The SAP error message G4852 indicates that both the Asset and Inventory radio buttons cannot be selected simultaneously in a particular transaction or configuration. This error typically arises in the context of asset accounting or inventory management, where the system requires a clear distinction between asset-related transactions and inventory-related transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system is designed to prevent the simultaneous selection of both asset and inventory options, as they represent different types of financial transactions. Selecting both could lead to inconsistencies in financial reporting and asset management.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Review the Selection: Check the radio buttons in the relevant transaction or configuration screen. Ensure that only one of the options (either Asset or Inventory) is selected based on your business requirement.
  
  
  Understand the Context: Determine the context in which you are working. If you are trying to post a transaction that involves both assets