How To Fix AA117 - Chart of dep.& not allowed (Check your entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Chart of dep.& not allowed (Check your entry)

What causes this issue?

The chart of depreciation &V1& has not been defined.

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?

A. Use a defined chart of depreciation (F4 possible entries)
or
B. Define the chart of depreciation using the Customizing functions.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA117 - Chart of dep.& not allowed (Check your entry) ?

  The SAP error message AA117 ("Chart of depreciation & not allowed (Check your entry)") typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when there is an issue with the chart of depreciation being used in a transaction. This error indicates that the chart of depreciation you are trying to use is not valid for the asset or transaction you are processing.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Chart of Depreciation: The chart of depreciation specified in the asset master record or transaction does not match the configuration in the system.
  Missing Configuration: The chart of depreciation may not be defined in the system for the company code or may not be assigned correctly.
  Company Code Issues: The company code associated with the asset may not have the required chart of depreciation assigned.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: Certain transactions may have restrictions on which charts of depreciation can be used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Record:
  
  Go to the asset master record (transaction code AS02) and verify the chart of depreciation assigned to the asset. Ensure it is correct and valid for the company code.
  
  
  
  Verify Chart of Depreciation Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OAYZ to check the configuration of the chart of depreciation. Ensure that it is defined and properly assigned to the relevant company code.
  
  
  
  Check Company Code Settings:
  
  Ensure that the company code is correctly set up with the appropriate chart of depreciation. You can check this in the configuration settings under Financial Accounting > Asset Accounting > Integration > Define Chart of Depreciation.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  If the error occurs during a specific transaction, check if there are any restrictions on the transaction type being used. Some transactions may only allow certain charts of depreciation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for any specific configurations or settings that may be affecting the chart of depreciation.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS02: Change Asset Master Record
  OAYZ: Define Chart of Depreciation
  OAYX: Assign Chart of Depreciation to Company Code
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset master records and configuration settings.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AA117 error and implement the appropriate solution. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team for further assistance.