How To Fix AA986 - Asset class &, chart of dep.-dependent data for chart of dep. not maint.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA - Messages for Asset Accounting

• Message number: 986

• Message text: Asset class &, chart of dep.-dependent data for chart of dep. not maint.

What causes this issue?

The asset class &V1& does not have any special specifications for
chart of depreciation &V2&.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA986 - Asset class &, chart of dep.-dependent data for chart of dep. not maint. ?

  The SAP error message AA986 indicates that there is an issue with the asset class and the chart of depreciation (CoD) configuration in the Asset Accounting module. Specifically, the error message states that the chart of depreciation-dependent data for the specified asset class is not maintained.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The asset class you are trying to use does not have the necessary configuration for the specified chart of depreciation.
  Incorrect Chart of Depreciation: The chart of depreciation you are using may not be correctly assigned to the asset class.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the configuration tables related to asset classes and charts of depreciation.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Asset Class Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OAOA (or navigate through the menu: Accounting > Financial Accounting > Asset Accounting > Master Data > Asset > Create).
  Verify that the asset class in question is correctly configured for the relevant chart of depreciation.
  
  
  
  Maintain Chart of Depreciation Data:
  
  Use transaction code OAYZ to maintain the chart of depreciation-dependent data for the asset class.
  Ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly, including depreciation areas, useful life, and other relevant settings.
  
  
  
  Assign Chart of Depreciation:
  
  Ensure that the chart of depreciation is assigned to the company code and that the asset class is linked to the correct chart of depreciation.
  You can check this in transaction code OAYZ or OADB.
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Entries:
  
  If you suspect that there are missing entries, you can compare the configuration with other asset classes that are functioning correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files for additional guidance on configuring asset classes and charts of depreciation.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the asset creation or transaction again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OAOA: Asset Class Configuration
  OAYZ: Chart of Depreciation Configuration
  OADB: Assign Chart of Depreciation to Company Code
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset accounting configurations.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in Asset Accounting.