How To Fix AC013 - Real area &2 must be smaller than the derived area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Real area &2 must be smaller than the derived area &1

What causes this issue?

When defining a derived depreciation area, you specified a real area
with a key that is larger than that of the derived depreciation area.

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?

Only specify depreciation areas which have keys that are smaller than
the key of depreciation area &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC013 - Real area &2 must be smaller than the derived area &1 ?

  The SAP error message AC013 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the real area and the derived area in asset accounting. Specifically, it states that the real area (the area where the asset is actually located or used) must be smaller than the derived area (the area that is calculated based on the asset's configuration or settings).
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The asset's configuration may have been set up incorrectly, leading to a situation where the real area exceeds the derived area.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors when creating or modifying asset master records can lead to inconsistencies in area values.
  Changes in Asset Structure: If there have been changes in the asset structure or if the asset has been moved to a different area without updating the relevant fields, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AC013 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data:
  
  Go to the asset master record (transaction code AS03) and review the area settings.
  Ensure that the real area is correctly defined and is indeed smaller than the derived area.
  
  
  
  Adjust Area Values:
  
  If the real area is incorrectly set, adjust it to be smaller than the derived area.
  If the derived area is incorrect, you may need to review the configuration or settings that determine the derived area.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the asset accounting module to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP configuration team to verify that the settings align with your business processes.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a data consistency check to identify any other potential issues in asset accounting that may be causing this error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to asset accounting for additional guidance on this error.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: AS03 (Display Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS01 (Create Asset) are commonly used for managing asset master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Asset Accounting Configuration: Familiarize yourself with the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module, as this can help prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the AC013 error in SAP.