How To Fix AC212 - Specifications for ordinary depreciation are not consistant

AC212 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 212

• Message text: Specifications for ordinary depreciation are not consistant

What causes this issue?

You selected the option whereby ordinary depreciation is stopped when
special depreciation begins. However, you have not specified either
an internal ordinary depreciation key or
an internal special depreciation 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?

Correct your specifications.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC212 - Specifications for ordinary depreciation are not consistant ?

  The SAP error message AC212, which states "Specifications for ordinary depreciation are not consistent," typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when there are inconsistencies in the configuration or data related to asset depreciation. This error can arise during various processes, such as asset creation, posting, or during the execution of depreciation runs.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Depreciation Keys: The depreciation key assigned to the asset may not be properly configured or may not match the settings in the asset class.
  Missing or Incorrect Settings: There may be missing or incorrect settings in the asset master data, such as useful life, depreciation start date, or other relevant parameters.
  Asset Class Configuration: The asset class may not be set up correctly, leading to inconsistencies in how depreciation is calculated.
  Changes in Configuration: If there have been recent changes to the depreciation keys or asset classes, existing assets may not align with the new settings.
  Currency Issues: If there