How To Fix GZ474 - Revenue from investment disposal item not specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GZ - Message class for FI-LC

• Message number: 474

• Message text: Revenue from investment disposal item not specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GZ474 - Revenue from investment disposal item not specified ?

  The SAP error message GZ474, which states "Revenue from investment disposal item not specified," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when there is an issue with the configuration or data related to the disposal of fixed assets. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the revenue associated with the disposal of an investment item.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The revenue account for the disposal of the asset may not be properly configured in the asset accounting settings.
  Incorrect Asset Master Data: The asset master record may not have the necessary information filled out, such as the revenue account for disposals.
  Transaction Type Issues: The transaction type used for the disposal may not be set up correctly to handle revenue postings.
  Missing or Incorrect Posting Keys: The posting keys associated with the disposal transaction may not be correctly defined in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data:
  
  Go to the asset master record (transaction code AS03) and verify that the relevant fields for revenue from disposals are filled out correctly.
  Ensure that the correct revenue account is specified in the asset master data.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Access the configuration settings for asset accounting (transaction code SPRO) and navigate to the relevant sections for asset disposal.
  Ensure that the revenue accounts for disposals are correctly defined in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Verify Transaction Type:
  
  Check the transaction type used for the disposal (transaction code OAYZ) and ensure that it is configured to allow for revenue postings.
  Make sure that the transaction type is linked to the correct posting keys.
  
  
  
  Posting Keys:
  
  Review the posting keys used for asset disposals (transaction code OB41) to ensure they are set up to allow for revenue postings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring asset disposals and handling revenue postings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test disposal transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG
  OAYZ: Define Transaction Types for Asset Accounting
  OB41: Define Posting Keys
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on asset disposal configurations.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user performing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to access and modify asset accounting settings.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in asset accounting for further assistance.