How To Fix REEXAA008 - Asset &1/&2/&3 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: REEXAA - External Messages: Asset Accounting

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Asset &1/&2/&3 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message REEXAA008 - Asset &1/&2/&3 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message REEXAA008 indicates that the system cannot find the specified asset in the Asset Accounting module. The message format typically includes the asset number and other identifiers, which are represented by placeholders &1, &2, and &3.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Existent Asset: The asset you are trying to access does not exist in the system. This could be due to a typo in the asset number or because the asset has been deleted or not created yet.
  Incorrect Company Code: The asset might exist, but it is not assigned to the company code you are currently working with.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues during the migration process that resulted in missing assets.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the asset, leading to the perception that it does not exist.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Asset Number: Double-check the asset number you are entering to ensure it is correct. Look for any typographical errors.
  Check Company Code: Ensure that you are using the correct company code. You can do this by navigating to the Asset Master Data and confirming the company code associated with the asset.
  Asset Master Data: Use transaction code AS03 (Display Asset) to check if the asset exists. Enter the asset number and company code to see if it can be retrieved.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view the asset. If you suspect an authorization issue, contact your SAP security administrator.
  Data Migration Review: If the asset should exist but does not, review the data migration process to ensure that all assets were correctly transferred to the new system.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  AS03: Display Asset
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues related to asset management.
  User Roles: Review user roles and authorizations in the system to ensure proper access to asset data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.