How To Fix VAL816 - Existing impairment is cleared.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 816

• Message text: Existing impairment is cleared.

What causes this issue?

Revalue upwards performed for an existing impairment using the
impairment rate or impairment value.
In this case, the system ensures that the revalue upwards is as high as
the existing impairment on the position.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VAL816 - Existing impairment is cleared. ?

  The SAP error message VAL816 ("Existing impairment is cleared") typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when there is an attempt to post a transaction that conflicts with existing impairment entries for an asset. This error indicates that the system has detected that there is an impairment that has already been cleared, and the action you are trying to perform is not allowed under the current conditions.
  Cause:
  
  Cleared Impairment: The error usually arises when you attempt to post a new impairment or adjustment to an asset that has already had its impairment cleared.
  Incorrect Posting: You may be trying to post a transaction that is not valid due to the current status of the asset.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of asset accounting settings in SAP.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Asset Status: Verify the status of the asset in question. Ensure that the impairment has been correctly cleared and that you are not trying to post a new impairment on an asset that has already been cleared.
  Review Transaction History: Look at the transaction history for the asset to understand the sequence of postings and ensure that the impairment clearing was done correctly.
  Correct Posting: If you need to post a new impairment, ensure that it is appropriate to do so. If the impairment has been cleared, you may need to reverse the clearing or adjust your posting accordingly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for asset accounting to ensure compliance with the correct procedures.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific configuration and situation.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS02 (Change Asset), AS03 (Display Asset), and others related to asset accounting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users involved in asset accounting are trained and have access to the necessary documentation to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the VAL816 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.