How To Fix AAPO134 - Acquisition transfer: Depr. area does not manage special depreciation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AAPO - Asset Accounting - Posting

• Message number: 134

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

What causes this issue?

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

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 AAPO134 - Acquisition transfer: Depr. area does not manage special depreciation ?

  The SAP error message AAPO134, which states "Acquisition transfer: Depr. area does not manage special depreciation," typically occurs during the transfer of asset acquisition data when the depreciation area involved does not support special depreciation. This can happen in various scenarios, such as during asset transfers, retirements, or adjustments.
  Cause:
  
  Depreciation Area Configuration: The depreciation area in question is not configured to handle special depreciation. In SAP, depreciation areas can be set up to manage different types of depreciation, including regular and special depreciation.
  Asset Master Data: The asset master data may have been set up incorrectly, leading to a mismatch between the asset's depreciation area and the expected handling of special depreciation.
  Transaction Type: The transaction being executed may require special depreciation to be managed, but the depreciation area does not support it.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Depreciation Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the depreciation area in the Asset Accounting module (Transaction code: OAYZ).
  Ensure that the depreciation area is set up to manage special depreciation. You may need to adjust the settings to allow for special depreciation if it is required for your business processes.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data:
  
  Check the asset master record (Transaction code: AS03) for the asset involved in the transaction.
  Verify that the correct depreciation area is assigned and that it is configured to handle special depreciation.
  
  
  
  Adjust Transaction Type:
  
  If the transaction type being used does not require special depreciation, consider using a different transaction type that aligns with the depreciation area settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance on how to configure depreciation areas and manage special depreciation.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring depreciation areas.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  AS03: Display Asset
  OAYZ: Configuration for Depreciation Areas
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on Asset Accounting and depreciation area configuration.
  
  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 Asset Accounting for further assistance.