How To Fix AA957 - Depreciation area &: Depreciation start date & cancelled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 957

• Message text: Depreciation area &: Depreciation start date & cancelled

What causes this issue?

No ordinary depreciation was calculated in depreciation area &V1&. This
may be caused by a change to the depreciation key.

System Response

The System cancels the depreciation start date &V2& entered.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA957 - Depreciation area &: Depreciation start date & cancelled ?

  The SAP error message AA957 indicates that there is an issue with the depreciation area and the depreciation start date for an asset. This error typically occurs when you are trying to post a transaction related to asset accounting, and it suggests that the depreciation area has been canceled or is not valid for the specified depreciation start date.
  Cause:
  
  Canceled Depreciation Area: The depreciation area you are trying to use has been canceled or is not active.
  Incorrect Depreciation Start Date: The depreciation start date may not align with the asset's lifecycle or the configuration of the depreciation area.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the asset accounting settings that prevent the depreciation area from being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Depreciation Area Status:
  
  Go to the Asset Master Record (transaction code AS03) and check the status of the depreciation area in question. Ensure that it is active and not canceled.
  
  
  
  Verify Depreciation Start Date:
  
  Ensure that the depreciation start date is correctly set and falls within the valid range for the asset. You can check this in the asset master record.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the depreciation area in the Asset Accounting module (transaction code OAYZ). Ensure that the depreciation area is properly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the settings or if changes are needed, consult with your finance or SAP support team to ensure that the asset accounting settings are correct.
  
  
  
  Recreate the Asset:
  
  If the asset is not set up correctly, you may need to recreate the asset with the correct settings.
  
  
  
  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 or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Asset Accounting for more detailed information on depreciation areas and their configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AA957 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.