How To Fix VAL823 - Inconsistent impairment procedure &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 823

• Message text: Inconsistent impairment procedure &1

What causes this issue?

The impairment procedure is inconsistent.
Example:
A positive impairment in the security is only possible for a one-step
impairment procedure.

System Response

It is not possible to record or clear the impairment.

How to fix this error?

Correct the settings in the customizing under <ZK>Transaction Manager ->
General Settings -> Accounting -> Settings for Position Management ->
Key Date Valuation -> Determine Impairment Procedure. </>
(To access the customizing activity use the pushbutton <ZK>Customizing
</> in the menu of this message.)

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message VAL823 - Inconsistent impairment procedure &1 ?

  The SAP error message VAL823, which states "Inconsistent impairment procedure &1," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting and impairment procedures in SAP. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the impairment procedure defined for a specific asset or group of assets.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The impairment procedure may not be correctly configured in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect settings in the asset accounting configuration.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the asset, such as missing values or incorrect entries in the asset master data.
  Version Mismatch: The impairment procedure being referenced may not match the version or type expected by the system.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute the impairment procedure, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the impairment procedure in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module. Ensure that all necessary parameters are correctly set up.
  
  Transaction Code: OAYD (Define Impairment Procedures)
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data: Check the asset master data for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  Transaction Code: AS02 (Change Asset Master Record)
  
  
  Validate Impairment Procedure: Ensure that the impairment procedure referenced in the error message is valid and correctly assigned to the asset.
  Check for Updates: If the system has recently been updated or patched, ensure that all relevant configurations and data have been migrated correctly.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user executing the impairment procedure has the necessary authorizations to perform the action.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific impairment procedure for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the VAL823 error. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for asset accounting, such as:
  
  AS01: Create Asset Master Record
  AS02: Change Asset Master Record
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Asset Accounting for further assistance.