How To Fix AC149 - The indicator may not be deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 149

• Message text: The indicator may not be deleted

What causes this issue?

You cannot delete the indicator for 'manual use,' since transaction
type &V1& is used with transaction type &V2& for posting adjustments to
depreciation.

System Response

The indicator is automatically re-set.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC149 - The indicator may not be deleted ?

  The SAP error message AC149, "The indicator may not be deleted," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when you attempt to delete an indicator that is still in use or has dependencies in the system. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to delete a depreciation area, asset class, or other related indicators that are linked to existing assets or transactions.
  Cause:
  
  Dependencies: The indicator you are trying to delete is still being referenced by existing assets or transactions.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the asset accounting module may prevent the deletion of indicators that are critical for reporting or processing.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorization to delete certain indicators may also trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependencies: 
  
  Review the assets or transactions that are linked to the indicator you are trying to delete. You can use transaction codes like AS03 (Display Asset) to check if any assets are still using the indicator.
  If there are assets linked to the indicator, you may need to change or delete those assets first.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module to ensure that the indicator is not set as mandatory or critical for certain processes.
  Use transaction code OAOA (Manage Asset Classes) or OAYZ (Manage Depreciation Areas) to review the settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidelines on managing indicators in asset accounting.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to delete the indicator. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Alternative Actions:
  
  If deletion is not possible, consider whether you can deactivate the indicator instead of deleting it. This may allow you to achieve your goal without encountering the error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) for managing assets.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AC149 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.