How To Fix AA198 - You cannot save this asset (Correct depreciation error)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 198

• Message text: You cannot save this asset (Correct depreciation error)

What causes this issue?

You have chosen the function <LS>Save</>. The system found an
internal problem when calculating depreciation for a check document.

System Response

The asset cannot be created.

How to fix this error?

Check the error from depreciation calculation by performing the
function 'Test doc.' again.
If you cannot correct the error, contact your system specialist. You
must then cancel your current processing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA198 - You cannot save this asset (Correct depreciation error) ?

  The SAP error message AA198 ("You cannot save this asset (Correct depreciation error)") typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when there is an issue with the depreciation calculation for an asset. This error indicates that the system has detected an inconsistency or error in the depreciation data that prevents the asset from being saved.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Depreciation Calculation: The asset may have incorrect or incomplete depreciation data, such as missing depreciation areas or incorrect settings in the asset master record.
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period for the asset may be closed, or there may be inconsistencies in the fiscal year settings.
  Manual Adjustments: Manual adjustments to the asset's depreciation may have led to inconsistencies.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the asset accounting settings that affect how depreciation is calculated.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the underlying data, such as missing or incorrect entries in related tables.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Review the asset master data for any inconsistencies or missing information. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Run Depreciation Calculation: Execute the depreciation calculation program (transaction code: AFAB) to recalculate the depreciation for the asset. This can help correct any discrepancies.
  Check Posting Periods: Ensure that the posting periods are open for the relevant fiscal year and that there are no restrictions preventing postings.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that they are set up correctly. This includes checking the depreciation areas and methods.
  Analyze Error Logs: Use transaction codes like AW01N (Asset Explorer) to analyze the asset and check for any error logs or messages that provide more details about the issue.
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on how to resolve it.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AW01N: Asset Explorer
  AFAB: Run Depreciation
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Asset Accounting for detailed information on asset management and depreciation.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the AA198 error message.