Asset under construction-IM module

[former_member280251]

Hi,

I am planning to manage the asset under construction (AUC) by the PS module. This means to create the AUC through the WBS element, and finally settle to the final asset. For doing that I understand that the asset under construction class should be created as an investment measure.

I am asking if it is necessary to implement the IM module to manage the AUC by PS module.

If it is not necessary which is the difference of having IM implemented?

Regards,

Cecilia

[ajaycwa1981 · Accepted solution]

Hi Cecelia

Its not compulsory to have PS module to manage AUCs.. You can do so using Internal orders as well

PS is used where the asset being constructed is very complex and needs to be managed as a Project

Investemnt management is a feature in SAP with some additional features to manage the Budget and investment programs

Br, Ajay M

[Former Member]

Hi,

According to me, IM is not required to be configured in your system even though you want to use WBS as cost carrying object and then carry all cost in WBS element, then transfer to AUC Asset periodically through CJ88 and then to final asset through AIAB & AIBU. Now the prerequisite is to have an Asset Class with Investment measure radio button to be ticked in T-Code 'OAOA'. Other then this nothing is required. IM module is used for budgeting as well as and Appropriation Request functionality is there by which you can link Internal Order with Investment Order.

Regards,

Malhar.

[Former Member]

Hi Cecillia,

To answer your questions:

• You need to define specific asset class for AuC (status of AuC "investment measure" in OAOA)
• You do not need to "implement" IM by creating investment programs but what technically make a internal order or WBS element an investment measure is the presence of an "investment profile" in their master record that will pilot the creation of the AuC. Investment profiles are defined in transaction code OITA that can be found of the IM part of the IMG
• I second Ajay comment regarding the use of WBS elements (PS) vs. internal orders (CO) as investment measures: PS offers a lot more possibilities and options than CO but the set up, maintenance and daily use is much more complex. Take the time to consider both options.

Good luck and best regards

Thomas