How To Fix AA186 - Different ord.dep.start date in depreciation area &.Check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Different ord.dep.start date in depreciation area &.Check

What causes this issue?

The ordinary depreciation start date you entered is different to the
ordinary depreciation start date &V2& determined by the system in
depreciation area &1&.

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?

Check the ordinary depreciation start date you entered.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA186 - Different ord.dep.start date in depreciation area &.Check ?

  The SAP error message AA186 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the order-dependent start date in the depreciation area and the expected values. This typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when there are inconsistencies in the asset master data or when the asset is being processed for depreciation.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Dates: The start date for depreciation in the specified depreciation area does not match the expected order-dependent start date.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the asset accounting settings, particularly related to the depreciation areas.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when creating or modifying asset master records can lead to this error.
  Asset Transactions: Transactions related to the asset (like acquisitions, transfers, or retirements) may have been entered with conflicting dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data:
  
  Go to the asset master record (transaction code AS03) and verify the depreciation area settings.
  Ensure that the order-dependent start date is correctly set and matches the expected values.
  
  
  
  Review Depreciation Areas:
  
  Check the configuration of the depreciation areas in the asset accounting settings (transaction code OAYZ).
  Ensure that the settings for the depreciation areas are consistent and correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If there are any discrepancies in the asset master data, correct them. This may involve adjusting the start date or other relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Check Related Transactions:
  
  Review any recent transactions related to the asset to ensure that they do not conflict with the depreciation settings.
  If necessary, reverse or adjust transactions that may have caused the inconsistency.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error message.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  OAYZ: Configuration for Depreciation Areas
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the AA186 error message in SAP.