How To Fix OA018 - No presettings exist for assigning and saving

OA018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OA - SAP ArchiveLink: Messages for SAP ArchiveLink

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No presettings exist for assigning and saving

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

&WHAT_TO_DO& (for system administration)
Maintain presettings for storage scenarioa in SAP ArchiveLink
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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OA018 - No presettings exist for assigning and saving ?

  The SAP error message OA018 ("No presettings exist for assigning and saving") typically occurs in the context of asset accounting or when dealing with asset master data. This error indicates that there are no predefined settings or configurations available for the operation you are trying to perform, such as assigning or saving asset data.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause is that the necessary configuration settings for asset accounting have not been set up in the system. This could include missing settings for asset classes, number ranges, or other related configurations.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action, leading to this error.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the asset master records that prevent the operation from being completed.
  System Settings: The system may not be properly configured to handle the specific type of asset or transaction you are trying to process.
  
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