How To Fix AAPO132 - Acquisition transfer: Depr. area does not manage APC

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AAPO - Asset Accounting - Posting

• Message number: 132

• Message text: Acquisition transfer: Depr. area does not manage APC

What causes this issue?

You want to post an acquisition transfer to asset &V1&. This transfer
includes proportional APC. However, depreciation area &V2& (chart of
depreciation &V3&) does not manage APC.

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?

Check the Customizing settings for depreciation area &V2&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AAPO132 - Acquisition transfer: Depr. area does not manage APC ?

  The SAP error message AAPO132, which states "Acquisition transfer: Depr. area does not manage APC," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when there is an issue with the configuration of depreciation areas related to the asset being processed. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Depreciation Area Configuration: The depreciation area that is being referenced in the acquisition transfer does not manage the Acquisition and Production Cost (APC). This means that the depreciation area is not set up to handle the acquisition costs of the asset.
  Asset Master Data: The asset master data may have been incorrectly configured, leading to a mismatch between the asset and the depreciation area.
  Transfer Posting: The error can occur during a transfer posting of an asset when the system tries to move the asset from one location or status to another, but the depreciation area involved does not support the necessary accounting treatment.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Depreciation Area Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the depreciation area in the Asset Accounting module (Transaction code: OAYZ).
  Ensure that the depreciation area is set to manage APC. This is typically done by checking the settings for the depreciation area in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code AS03 to display the asset master data.
  Check the assigned depreciation areas and ensure that they are correctly configured to manage APC.
  
  
  
  Adjust Asset Transactions:
  
  If the asset has been incorrectly posted or transferred, you may need to reverse the transaction and reprocess it with the correct settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings related to your organization's asset accounting setup.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  OAYZ: Configuration for Depreciation Areas
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user performing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset accounting settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Asset Accounting for further assistance.