How To Fix AC160 - Revaluation &2: Revaluation area &1 cannot be deleted

AC160 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 160

• Message text: Revaluation &2: Revaluation area &1 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

You tried to manually delete revaluation depreciation area &V1&, which
belongs to revaluation measure &V2&. However, this depreciation area is
directly linked to this revaluation, and therefore it cannot be
deleted.

System Response

The deletion is canceled.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC160 - Revaluation &2: Revaluation area &1 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message AC160 indicates that a revaluation area cannot be deleted. This typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when you attempt to delete a revaluation area that is still in use or has dependencies.
  
  Cause:
  
  Active Transactions: The revaluation area may have active transactions or postings associated with it, such as asset acquisitions, transfers, or retirements.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies with other areas, such as depreciation areas or other revaluation areas that are linked to the one you are trying to delete.
  Configuration Settings: The revaluation area may be configured in a way that prevents deletion, such as being marked as required or having specific settings that restrict changes.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Active Transactions: Review the asset transactions associated with the revaluation area. You can use transaction codes like AW01N (Asset Explorer) to check for any postings.
  Clear Dependencies: If there are any dependencies, you may need to clear them first.