How To Fix VAL401 - An index valuation is not possible for ID number &1

VAL401 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: VAL - Treasury: Messages for General Valuation

• Message number: 401

• Message text: An index valuation is not possible for ID number &1

What causes this issue?

You wish to carry out an index valuation for the position. Index
valuations can only be carried out for index-linked bonds. This ID
number &V1& is not an index-linked bond.

System Response

The index valuation step does not provide any valuation amount for the
position.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VAL401 - An index valuation is not possible for ID number &1 ?

  The SAP error message VAL401, which states "An index valuation is not possible for ID number &1," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when the system is unable to perform an index valuation for a specific asset. This can happen for several reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes of VAL401
  
  
  Missing Index Data: The asset may not have the necessary index data maintained in the system. This can happen if the index valuation has not been set up correctly or if the relevant index data has not been entered.
  
  
  Incorrect Asset Class Configuration: The asset class associated with the asset may not be configured to allow for index valuations. This could be due to settings in the asset class that do not permit index adjustments.
  
  
  Valuation Area Issues: The valuation area for the asset may not be set up correctly, or there may be inconsistencies in