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Message type: E = Error
Message class: J+ -
Message number: 421
Message text: This ALM valuation type is already assigned to an evaluation type
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J+421
- This ALM valuation type is already assigned to an evaluation type ?The SAP error message J+421 indicates that there is a conflict in the assignment of valuation types to evaluation types in the context of Asset Lifecycle Management (ALM). This typically occurs when you attempt to assign a valuation type that is already linked to another evaluation type, which is not allowed in the system.
Cause:
- Duplicate Assignment: The valuation type you are trying to assign is already assigned to a different evaluation type.
- Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect or incomplete configuration in the system regarding valuation types and evaluation types.
- Data Integrity Issues: There might be inconsistencies in the master data or configuration settings that lead to this error.
Solution:
To resolve the J+421 error, you can follow these steps:
Check Existing Assignments:
- Go to the configuration settings for valuation types and evaluation types in the SAP system.
- Use transaction codes like OAOA (for Asset Accounting) to check the current assignments and see which evaluation type is already using the valuation type in question.
Modify Assignments:
- If you find that the valuation type is indeed assigned to another evaluation type, you will need to either:
- Change the assignment of the valuation type to the desired evaluation type if it is appropriate to do so.
- Create a new valuation type if the existing one cannot be changed.
Review Configuration:
- Ensure that the configuration for valuation types and evaluation types is set up correctly according to your business requirements.
- Check for any documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding the setup of these types.
Consult Documentation:
- Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on valuation types and evaluation types, as well as best practices for their configuration.
Seek Help from SAP Support:
- If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
Related Information:
By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.
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