How To Fix 5O666 - Specify the bases for UA.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5O - Notifications in the Master Data Area (Austria)

• Message number: 666

• Message text: Specify the bases for UA.

What causes this issue?

You have made entries for the leave compensation. However, entries for
the fields <LS>Current portion</> and <LS>Portion of special payment</>
are missing.

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?

Save the bases for the leave compensation.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5O666 - Specify the bases for UA. ?

  The SAP error message 5O666 ("Specify the bases for UA") typically relates to the area of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) in SAP. This error occurs when the system requires you to specify the bases for Unplanned Depreciation (UA) but they have not been provided.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to post unplanned depreciation without specifying the necessary bases.
  The configuration for unplanned depreciation is incomplete or incorrect.
  The asset master data does not have the required settings for unplanned depreciation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data:
  
  Go to the asset master record and ensure that the necessary fields for unplanned depreciation are filled out correctly.
  Ensure that the asset is assigned to the correct depreciation area.
  
  
  
  Specify Bases for UA:
  
  When posting unplanned depreciation, make sure to specify the bases for the unplanned depreciation in the relevant fields. This may include specifying the amount or percentage of depreciation.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module. Ensure that the settings for unplanned depreciation are correctly defined in the system.
  You can access the configuration through the following path: SPRO > Financial Accounting > Asset Accounting > Depreciation > Unplanned Depreciation.
  
  
  
  Transaction Code:
  
  If you are using a specific transaction code to post unplanned depreciation (like ABAA), ensure that you are entering all required fields correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Asset Accounting and unplanned depreciation for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Unplanned Depreciation: This is a depreciation that is not planned in the normal depreciation schedule and is usually posted due to extraordinary circumstances affecting the asset's value.
  Depreciation Areas: In SAP, different depreciation areas can be defined for various accounting principles (e.g., local GAAP, IFRS).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as ABAA (Unplanned Depreciation) and AS02 (Change Asset) for managing asset records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5O666 and successfully post unplanned depreciation in SAP.