How To Fix AA621 - The revaluation of the replacement value is negative in area &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 621

• Message text: The revaluation of the replacement value is negative in area &

INCLUDE 'AA_AFA_ERROR' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA621 - The revaluation of the replacement value is negative in area & ?

  The SAP error message AA621 indicates that there is an issue with the revaluation of the replacement value in the asset accounting module. Specifically, it suggests that the calculated replacement value for an asset is negative, which is not permissible in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Negative Values in Asset Master Data: The asset master data may have been incorrectly set up, leading to negative values in the replacement cost or accumulated depreciation.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for asset accounting may not be set up correctly, leading to erroneous calculations.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors during asset creation or modification can lead to negative values.
  Depreciation Calculation Issues: If the depreciation method or parameters are incorrectly defined, it may result in negative revaluation values.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Review the asset master data for the asset in question. Ensure that the replacement value and other related fields are correctly populated and do not contain negative values.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that they are set up correctly. This includes reviewing the depreciation areas and methods.
  Correct Data Entry Errors: If any manual entries are found to be incorrect, correct them in the asset master data.
  Recalculate Depreciation: If the issue is related to depreciation calculations, consider recalculating the depreciation for the affected asset. This can often be done through the transaction code AFAB (Run Depreciation).
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling asset revaluation issues.
  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: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AFAB (Run Depreciation).
  Asset Accounting Configuration: Understanding the configuration of asset accounting in SAP can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.