How To Fix AC286 - Also set the indicator for 'Calculation after end of useful life.'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 286

• Message text: Also set the indicator for 'Calculation after end of useful life.'

What causes this issue?

You chose the setting 'Depreciate below net book value zero' and/or the
setting for 'Effective life after planned end.' Both settings are only
allowed if the indicator 'Depreciate after planned life end' is set.

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 entry, or set the 'Depreciate after planned life end'
indicator.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC286 - Also set the indicator for 'Calculation after end of useful life.' ?

  The SAP error message AC286 typically relates to asset accounting and indicates that the system requires the indicator for "Calculation after end of useful life" to be set for the asset in question. This error often arises when you are trying to perform a transaction that involves an asset that has reached the end of its useful life, but the necessary settings have not been configured.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the asset's useful life has expired, and the system is configured to require a specific indicator to be set in order to allow for further calculations or postings related to that asset. This is a safeguard to ensure that financial reporting and asset management practices are adhered to.
  Solution:
  To resolve the error AC286, you need to set the indicator for "Calculation after end of useful life" for the affected asset. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Asset Master Record:
  
  Go to the transaction code AS02 (Change Asset Master Record).
  Enter the asset number and the company code, then click on the "Enter" button.
  
  
  
  Navigate to the Depreciation Areas:
  
  In the asset master record, navigate to the "Depreciation Areas" tab.
  
  
  
  Set the Indicator:
  
  Look for the field labeled "Calculation after end of useful life" or similar (the exact wording may vary based on your SAP version).
  Set this indicator to "X" (or check the box) to enable calculations after the asset's useful life has ended.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the asset master record.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Transaction:
  
  Go back to the transaction that triggered the error and try to execute it again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Asset Accounting Configuration: Ensure that your asset accounting settings are correctly configured to handle assets that have reached the end of their useful life. This may involve consulting with your SAP FI/CO consultant.
  Depreciation Methods: Review the depreciation methods assigned to the asset to ensure they align with your organization's accounting policies.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on asset accounting and the implications of setting the indicator for calculation after the end of useful life.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in asset accounting.