How To Fix AC206 - You cannot make changes (Key & deleted)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 206

• Message text: You cannot make changes (Key & deleted)

What causes this issue?

You want to change the text for a depreciation key.
However, you just deleted this key.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC206 - You cannot make changes (Key & deleted) ?

  The SAP error message AC206, which states "You cannot make changes (Key & deleted)," typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when you attempt to modify an asset that has been marked for deletion or has already been deleted. This error is a safeguard to prevent changes to assets that are no longer active in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Asset Marked for Deletion: The asset you are trying to modify has been flagged as "deleted" in the system. This means that it is no longer considered active and cannot be changed.
  Key Deletion: The key of the asset (the unique identifier) has been deleted, which means the system recognizes it as no longer valid for any modifications.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Asset Status: Verify the status of the asset in question. You can do this by navigating to the Asset Master Record (transaction code AS03) and checking if the asset is marked for deletion.
  Unmark Deletion: If the asset is marked for deletion but you need to make changes, you can unmark it. This can typically be done using transaction code AS02 (Change Asset Master Record). However, you may need the appropriate authorizations to do this.
  Restore Asset: If the asset has been deleted and you need to restore it, you may need to consult with your SAP administrator or support team, as restoring a deleted asset may require specific procedures or configurations.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific procedures related to your organization's asset management policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  AS02: Change Asset Master Record
  AS01: Create Asset Master Record
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions related to this error message.
  Training: If you frequently encounter this error, consider training on Asset Accounting processes to better understand asset lifecycle management in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.