How To Fix UCMR023 - &1: Discontinued operation requires intention for sale

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: UCMR - Messages for Organizational Units

• Message number: 023

• Message text: &1: Discontinued operation requires intention for sale

What causes this issue?

The <LS>intention for sale</> is a prerequisite for <LS>discontinued
operations.</>
If you enter the time (year and period) for discontinued operations, you
must also define a time (year and period) for the intention for sale.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter valid times for the intention for sale and the discontinued
operations.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message UCMR023 - &1: Discontinued operation requires intention for sale ?

  The SAP error message UCMR023 indicates that a discontinued operation requires an intention for sale. This error typically arises in the context of asset management or financial accounting when dealing with assets that have been marked for discontinuation but have not been properly classified or processed for sale.
  Cause:
  
  Discontinued Operation: The operation or asset has been marked as discontinued, which means it is no longer in use or is being phased out.
  Missing Intention for Sale: The system requires a clear intention to sell the discontinued asset. If this intention is not documented or recorded in the system, the error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the asset management module that are not set up correctly, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Document Intention for Sale:
  
  Navigate to the asset management module in SAP.
  Locate the asset that is marked as discontinued.
  Ensure that there is a documented intention to sell the asset. This may involve updating the asset master data to reflect the intention for sale.
  
  
  
  Check Asset Status:
  
  Verify the status of the asset. Ensure that it is correctly classified as discontinued and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  If the asset is not intended for sale, consider changing its status or removing the discontinued flag if applicable.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the asset accounting module to ensure that all necessary parameters for handling discontinued operations are correctly set.
  Consult with your SAP administrator or a functional consultant if you suspect configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling discontinued operations and the requirements for documenting intentions for sale.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) to manage asset data effectively.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to make changes to asset data and configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.