How To Fix 5J445 - Draw. pens. should be started in less than 5 years after accum. pens.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5J - Error messages HR Master Data Japan

• Message number: 445

• Message text: Draw. pens. should be started in less than 5 years after accum. pens.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5J445 - Draw. pens. should be started in less than 5 years after accum. pens. ?

  The SAP error message 5J445, which states "Draw. pens. should be started in less than 5 years after accum. pens," typically relates to the management of asset depreciation and the timing of drawing down or utilizing accumulated depreciation for an asset.
  Cause:
  This error usually occurs in the context of asset accounting when there is an attempt to start a drawing period (or depreciation) for an asset that has not been properly aligned with the accumulated depreciation period. Specifically, it indicates that the drawing period (or the period in which the asset is being depreciated) should begin within five years of the accumulated depreciation period. If the drawing period is set to start after this five-year window, the system will generate this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Review the asset master data to ensure that the dates for the accumulated depreciation and the drawing period are correctly set. Make sure that the drawing period is scheduled to start within five years of the accumulated depreciation.
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If the drawing period is incorrectly set, adjust the start date of the drawing period to ensure it falls within the required timeframe.
  
  
  Review Depreciation Keys: Check the depreciation keys assigned to the asset. Ensure that they are configured correctly and that they comply with the company's accounting policies.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for asset accounting to ensure compliance with the rules governing asset depreciation.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Asset Accounting (FI-AA): This module in SAP deals with the management of fixed assets, including their acquisition, depreciation, and retirement.
  Depreciation Methods: Familiarize yourself with the different methods of depreciation (e.g., straight-line, declining balance) and how they affect the timing of drawing periods.
  Configuration Settings: Understanding the configuration settings in SAP for asset accounting can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By ensuring that the asset's drawing period aligns with the accumulated depreciation period, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your asset management tasks.