How To Fix 8I795 - Depreciation area selected allows posting to GL

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 8I - Localization India

• Message number: 795

• Message text: Depreciation area selected allows posting to GL

What causes this issue?

The depreciation area you have selected alllows posting to the GL. This
transaction can be run for only those areas that do not allow posting.

System Response

Processing is not allowed.

How to fix this error?

Select a depreciation area that does not allow posting to the GL and
run this transaction.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 8I795 - Depreciation area selected allows posting to GL ?

  The SAP error message 8I795 indicates that the depreciation area selected allows posting to the General Ledger (GL), but there may be an issue with the configuration or the transaction being performed. This error typically arises in the context of asset accounting when trying to post transactions related to fixed assets.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The depreciation area may be configured to allow postings to the GL, but there might be restrictions or settings that prevent the transaction from being processed.
  Posting Period: The posting period may be closed or not open for the depreciation area in question.
  Transaction Type: The type of transaction being attempted may not be compatible with the settings of the depreciation area.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to post to the GL for the selected depreciation area.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the depreciation area in the Asset Accounting module (Transaction code: OAYZ).
  Ensure that the settings for the depreciation area allow for the type of posting you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Verify Posting Period:
  
  Check the posting period settings (Transaction code: OB52) to ensure that the period is open for the relevant depreciation area.
  If the period is closed, you may need to open it or post in an open period.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Ensure that the transaction type you are using is valid for the depreciation area. Some transaction types may not be allowed for certain depreciation areas.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to post to the GL for the selected depreciation area. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific notes or updates related to this error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as OAYZ (for depreciation area configuration), OB52 (for posting period), and AS01/AS02 (for asset creation and modification).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Testing: If changes are made to configuration or authorizations, perform testing in a development or quality environment before applying changes in production.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or consult the SAP community for further assistance.