How To Fix GC091 - Retirement value > net book value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GC - Error Messages for Consolidation/Extended General Ledger

• Message number: 091

• Message text: Retirement value > net book value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GC091 - Retirement value > net book value ?

  The SAP error message GC091, which states "Retirement value > net book value," typically occurs during the asset retirement process in SAP Asset Accounting (FI-AA). This error indicates that the retirement value you are trying to assign to an asset is greater than its net book value at the time of retirement. 
  Cause:
  
  Retirement Value Exceeds Net Book Value: The primary cause of this error is that the retirement value (the amount you are trying to record for the asset when it is retired) is higher than the asset's current net book value. The net book value is the asset's original cost minus accumulated depreciation.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry for the retirement value.
  Depreciation Issues: If the asset has not been depreciated correctly or if there are discrepancies in the depreciation calculations, it can lead to this error.
  Asset Valuation Changes: Changes in asset valuation or incorrect asset master data can also lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Net Book Value: Verify the net book value of the asset in question. You can do this by checking the asset master record and the associated depreciation areas.
  Adjust Retirement Value: Ensure that the retirement value you are entering is less than or equal to the net book value. If necessary, adjust the retirement value accordingly.
  Review Depreciation: Check the depreciation settings and ensure that the asset has been depreciated correctly up to the point of retirement. If there are any discrepancies, correct them.
  Asset Master Data: Review the asset master data for any inconsistencies or errors that might affect the retirement process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidelines related to asset retirement in your organization.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like AS02 (Change Asset), AS03 (Display Asset), or ABAVN (Asset Retirement) to manage asset data.
  Depreciation Areas: Understand how different depreciation areas affect the net book value and retirement value.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to perform asset retirement transactions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GC091 error and successfully retire the asset in SAP.