How To Fix AB086 - Enter a base depreciation area for determining the net book value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AB -

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Enter a base depreciation area for determining the net book value

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AB086 - Enter a base depreciation area for determining the net book value ?

  The SAP error message AB086, which states "Enter a base depreciation area for determining the net book value," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when the system is unable to determine the net book value of an asset due to a missing or incorrectly configured base depreciation area.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Base Depreciation Area: The asset master record does not have a base depreciation area defined. The base depreciation area is essential for calculating the net book value.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the asset accounting may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to identify the base depreciation area.
  Asset Class Settings: The asset class assigned to the asset may not have a base depreciation area defined in its configuration.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a data entry error when creating or modifying the asset master record.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Record:
  
  Go to the asset master record (transaction code AS02 or AS03).
  Verify that a base depreciation area is assigned. You can find this in the "Depreciation Areas" tab.
  If it is missing, you need to enter a valid base depreciation area.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Class Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the asset class (transaction code OAOA).
  Ensure that the base depreciation area is defined for the asset class. If not, you may need to configure it accordingly.
  
  
  
  Configuration Settings:
  
  Review the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module (transaction code OAYZ).
  Ensure that the settings for depreciation areas are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance on how to set up depreciation areas.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Validation:
  
  Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly when creating or modifying asset records.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Depreciation Areas: In SAP, depreciation areas are used to manage different types of depreciation calculations (e.g., book depreciation, tax depreciation). The base depreciation area is typically the one used for financial reporting.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS01: Create Asset Master Record
  AS02: Change Asset Master Record
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  OAOA: Configure Asset Classes
  OAYZ: Configure Depreciation Areas
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AB086 error and ensure that the asset master records are correctly configured for depreciation calculations.