How To Fix VAL603 - The existing book values have different signs

VAL603 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 603

• Message text: The existing book values have different signs

What causes this issue?

You want to run a manual valuation for the position as at &V1&. This is
only possible if book values for the position are available in the
system for date &V1&.
The book values entered for this position have different +/- signs. As
a result, the system is unable to perform the valuation consistently.

System Response

Valuation is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Enter consistent book values.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VAL603 - The existing book values have different signs ?

  The SAP error message VAL603 ("The existing book values have different signs") typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when there is an inconsistency in the sign of the book values for an asset. This can happen during transactions such as asset transfers, adjustments, or when running depreciation calculations.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following scenarios:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The asset has both positive and negative values recorded in the system, which can happen due to incorrect postings or manual adjustments.
  Transfer Issues: When transferring assets between different company codes or cost centers, if the values are not consistent, this error may arise.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the asset accounting settings, leading to discrepancies in how values are recorded.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the VAL603 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Asset Values:
  
  Go to the asset master record and review the book values. Ensure that all