How To Fix AC077 - For method 'D', dep. is not allowed after the end of planned life

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 077

• Message text: For method 'D', dep. is not allowed after the end of planned life

What causes this issue?

The depreciation method 'D' is mathematically defined for a period of
time during the useful life of the asset. After the end of the useful
life another method must be used.

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?

If you need to post depreciation after the end of the useful life (for
example, because of post-capitalization), select changeover method 5.
This method requires a changeover key which calculates depreciation
after the end of the useful life.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC077 - For method 'D', dep. is not allowed after the end of planned life ?

  The SAP error message AC077 typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when you are trying to perform a transaction related to an asset that has reached the end of its planned life. The message indicates that the depreciation (dep.) for the asset is not allowed after the end of its planned life.
  
  Cause:
  
  End of Planned Life: The asset has reached its planned useful life, and any further depreciation postings are not allowed.
  Incorrect Configuration: The asset master data may not be configured correctly, leading to premature end-of-life settings.
  Posting Date: The posting date of the transaction may be beyond the planned life of the asset.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Asset Master Data: Review the asset master data to confirm the planned life and ensure it is set correctly. You can do this by navigating to the asset master record (transaction code AS03).
  Review Depreciation Areas: Ensure that the depreciation areas are set up correctly and