How To Fix GCS117 - Amortization of other intangible assets is greater than gross value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GCS - SAP Consolidation: Validations

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Amortization of other intangible assets is greater than gross value

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GCS117 - Amortization of other intangible assets is greater than gross value ?

  The SAP error message GCS117 indicates that the amortization of other intangible assets exceeds the gross value of those assets. This typically occurs during the posting of financial transactions related to the amortization of intangible assets, such as patents, trademarks, or software.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Amortization Calculation: The system may have calculated the amortization amount incorrectly, possibly due to incorrect settings or parameters in the asset master data.
  Manual Adjustments: If manual adjustments were made to the amortization amounts or asset values, it could lead to discrepancies.
  Asset Disposal: If an asset has been disposed of or written off, but the amortization continues to be posted, it can lead to this error.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in the asset master record, such as the gross value or accumulated amortization, can also cause this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Review the asset master data for the intangible asset in question. Ensure that the gross value and accumulated amortization are correctly entered.
  Review Amortization Settings: Verify the amortization method and parameters set in the asset master record. Ensure they are appropriate for the asset type.
  Adjust Amortization Amounts: If the amortization amount is indeed too high, adjust it to ensure it does not exceed the gross value of the asset.
  Check for Disposals: If the asset has been disposed of, ensure that all related transactions have been properly recorded and that no further amortization is being posted.
  Run Asset Reports: Use asset accounting reports to analyze the amortization and asset values to identify any discrepancies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance related to your system configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like AS03 (Display Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or AS01 (Create Asset) to manage asset data.
  Amortization Types: Familiarize yourself with different types of amortization methods (e.g., straight-line, declining balance) and how they apply to your intangible assets.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and permissions to make changes to asset data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the GCS117 error and ensure that the amortization of intangible assets is correctly aligned with their gross values.