How To Fix OAT018 - No successor found for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OAT - Messages for Object Type BUS0817

• Message number: 018

• Message text: No successor found for &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OAT018 - No successor found for & ?

  The SAP error message OAT018 ("No successor found for &") typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when you are trying to perform an operation related to asset transactions, such as transfers, retirements, or adjustments, and the system cannot find a successor asset for the specified asset.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Successor Asset: The most common cause of this error is that the asset you are trying to process does not have a successor asset defined in the system. This can happen if the asset was retired or transferred without properly assigning a successor.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the asset accounting settings that prevent the system from recognizing the successor asset.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There might be a mistake in the asset number or the transaction type being used, leading to the system not being able to find the expected successor.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Go to the asset master data (transaction code AS03) and check if the asset in question has a successor defined. If not, you may need to create a successor asset or correct the asset master data.
  
  
  Review Transaction History: Look at the transaction history of the asset to see if it was retired or transferred without a successor. If this is the case, you may need to adjust the transactions accordingly.
  
  
  Create Successor Asset: If the asset should have a successor, create the successor asset using the appropriate transaction (e.g., AS01 for creating a new asset).
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP FI-AA configuration team to ensure that the settings for asset transfers and retirements are correctly set up.
  
  
  Error Message Details: Check the details of the error message for any additional information that might help identify the specific issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), AS03 (Display Asset), and AS11 (Create Asset Subnumber).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for Asset Accounting to understand the processes and configurations related to asset management.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are documented in SAP Notes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.