How To Fix AA_CONFIG_CHECKS018 - Company code &1 is not assigned to a chart of depreciation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AA_CONFIG_CHECKS - Configuration Checks FI-AA

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Company code &1 is not assigned to a chart of depreciation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AA_CONFIG_CHECKS018 - Company code &1 is not assigned to a chart of depreciation ?

  The SAP error message AA_CONFIG_CHECKS018 indicates that a specific company code (denoted as &1) is not assigned to any chart of depreciation. This is a configuration issue that can prevent you from performing asset accounting transactions.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the company code you are trying to use for asset accounting has not been linked to a chart of depreciation in the system. A chart of depreciation is essential for defining how asset values are calculated and reported, and it must be assigned to each company code that will use asset accounting.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to assign the relevant chart of depreciation to the company code. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration Menu:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > SAP Reference IMG.
  
  
  
  Find the Asset Accounting Configuration:
  
  Follow the path: Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Integration > Assign Company Code to Chart of Depreciation.
  
  
  
  Assign the Chart of Depreciation:
  
  In the configuration screen, you will see a list of company codes and charts of depreciation.
  Select the company code that is causing the error (the one indicated by &1).
  Assign the appropriate chart of depreciation to this company code.
  
  
  
  Save Your Changes:
  
  After making the assignment, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Configurations:
  
  Ensure that the chart of depreciation itself is properly configured and contains the necessary settings for asset classes, depreciation areas, etc.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Chart of Depreciation: This is a key component in asset accounting that defines the rules for asset valuation and depreciation. Each chart of depreciation can have different settings based on local regulations or company policies.
  Company Code: This is the smallest organizational unit in financial accounting for which a complete self-contained set of accounts can be drawn up. Each company code must have a chart of depreciation assigned to it for asset accounting purposes.
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like OAYZ (to assign company code to chart of depreciation) or OAYR (to maintain charts of depreciation) for quicker access to the relevant configuration screens.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your asset accounting processes in SAP.