How To Fix R7617 - Fixed unit &1 does not exist in the system

R7617 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: R7 - BW: Data basis

• Message number: 617

• Message text: Fixed unit &1 does not exist in the system

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message R7617 - Fixed unit &1 does not exist in the system ?

  The SAP error message R7617, which states "Fixed unit &1 does not exist in the system," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting or fixed asset management. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified fixed unit (asset) in the database.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Asset Number: The asset number (fixed unit) you are trying to access or process does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo or an incorrect reference.
  Asset Deletion: The asset may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the current transaction.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the specified asset.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues during the migration process that resulted in missing or incorrect asset records.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Asset Number: Double-check the asset number you are using. Ensure that it is entered correctly