How To Fix AA142 - Make required entries for dep.area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 142

• Message text: Make required entries for dep.area &

What causes this issue?

You chose a function, in which data consistency in depreciation areas
is checked. This is to ensure that only complete asset master records
can be created.

System Response

In depreciation area &V1&, the system has determined that not all the
data required has been entered.

How to fix this error?

Enter the data required for depreciation area &V1&. The required entry
fields are displayed containing a question mark (?). The system also
considers the depreciation key and useful life fields as required entry
fields.
When you press enter, the system continues the processing you selected.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA142 - Make required entries for dep.area & ?

  The SAP error message AA142 "Make required entries for dep.area &" typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when you are trying to post an asset transaction, but there are missing required entries for the depreciation area specified in the error message.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The depreciation area specified in the error message is not properly configured in the system. This could mean that the necessary settings for the depreciation area have not been defined in the asset master data.
  Incomplete Asset Master Data: The asset master record may be missing required information for the specified depreciation area, such as useful life, acquisition date, or other relevant fields.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period for the depreciation area may be closed or not open for posting.
  Missing Values: Certain mandatory fields in the asset master data for the specified depreciation area are not filled in.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AA142 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data:
  
  Go to the asset master record (transaction code AS02) and check the details for the specified depreciation area.
  Ensure that all required fields are filled in, including useful life, acquisition date, and any other mandatory fields.
  
  
  
  Review Depreciation Area Configuration:
  
  Use transaction code OAYZ to check the configuration of the depreciation area.
  Ensure that the depreciation area is correctly set up and that all necessary settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Open Posting Period:
  
  Check if the posting period for the depreciation area is open. You can do this using transaction code OB52 to review the posting periods.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team to ensure that all necessary configurations and settings are in place for the depreciation area.
  
  
  
  Test with a New Asset:
  
  If possible, create a new asset with the same depreciation area and see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is specific to a particular asset.
  
  
  
  Check for User Exits or Enhancements:
  
  If there are any custom developments or user exits that might affect asset postings, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS02: Change Asset Master Record
  OAYZ: Configure Depreciation Areas
  OB52: Open/Close Posting Periods
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Asset Accounting for detailed information on depreciation areas and asset master data requirements.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in Asset Accounting.