How To Fix AA984 - Caution! A proportional amount of & percent is taken back.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 984

• Message text: Caution! A proportional amount of & percent is taken back.

What causes this issue?

You have changed a depreciation key in the asset master record. There
was a variable proportion amount specified in this key in the asset
master record (on the detail screen of the individual depreciation
area).
The new depreciation key &V2& is for unit-of-production depreciation and
depends on a number of units being entered. Therefore, the new key can
<ZH>not</> be used with a variable proportion amount, since it is
already defined for a proportion of 100 percent.

System Response

The proportional amount of &V1& was deleted.

How to fix this error?

The following options are available:
If you want to continue using the proportional amount, then use a
different depreciation key and enter the previous variable depreciation
amount again on the detail screen of the affected depreciation area.
If you want to use the unit-of-production-dependent depreciation key
&V2&, then you can ignore this message and continue by hitting ENTER.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA984 - Caution! A proportional amount of & percent is taken back. ?

  The SAP error message AA984, which states "Caution! A proportional amount of & percent is taken back," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when there is a need to adjust the depreciation or value of an asset. This message indicates that a certain percentage of the asset's value is being reversed or adjusted, often due to changes in the asset's status, such as retirement, transfer, or impairment.
  Cause:
  
  Asset Retirement or Transfer: The error may arise when an asset is being retired or transferred, and the system is calculating the proportional amount of depreciation or value that needs to be taken back.
  Impairment: If there is an impairment of the asset, the system may need to adjust the asset's value, leading to this message.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the asset or the depreciation areas, leading to unexpected calculations.
  Partial Retirements: If a partial retirement is being processed, the system may need to take back a proportional amount of the asset's value.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Asset Transactions: Check the asset transaction that triggered the message. Ensure that the retirement or transfer is being processed correctly.
  Check Depreciation Areas: Verify the configuration of the depreciation areas for the asset. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that the calculations are as expected.
  Adjust Asset Values: If the asset's value needs to be adjusted, ensure that the correct percentage is being applied and that it aligns with the company's accounting policies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling asset adjustments and the implications of the AA984 message.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through configuration or transaction adjustments, 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 ABAVN (Asset Retirement).
  Depreciation Methods: Understand the different depreciation methods configured in your system, as they can affect how the proportional amounts are calculated.
  Asset Master Data: Review the asset master data for any inconsistencies or errors that may lead to this message.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AA984 message and take appropriate action to resolve it.