How To Fix AC529 - Transfer of dep. terms is not allowed to area &1 of ch.of dep. &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 529

• Message text: Transfer of dep. terms is not allowed to area &1 of ch.of dep. &3

What causes this issue?

In depreciation area &V1&, you specified that depreciation area &V2&
should transfer its depreciation terms.
However, area &V1& is the master area. No data can be transferred to it
from any other area.

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?

Change your specifications.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC529 - Transfer of dep. terms is not allowed to area &1 of ch.of dep. &3 ?

  The SAP error message AC529, which states "Transfer of dep. terms is not allowed to area &1 of ch.of dep. &3," typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when there is an attempt to transfer depreciation terms that are not compatible with the specified area of the asset.
  Cause:
  
  Incompatible Depreciation Areas: The error usually arises when you are trying to transfer an asset's depreciation terms to a depreciation area that does not allow such a transfer. This can happen if the depreciation area is set up in a way that does not permit the transfer of certain depreciation methods or terms.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the asset accounting module that restrict the transfer of depreciation terms to certain areas.
  Asset Class Restrictions: The asset class associated with the asset may have specific restrictions on the types of depreciation that can be applied.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the depreciation areas in the asset accounting module. Ensure that the depreciation area you are trying to transfer to is set up to accept the depreciation terms from the source area.
  Review Asset Class Settings: Check the asset class settings to ensure that they allow for the transfer of depreciation terms. You may need to adjust the settings if they are too restrictive.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on how to manage depreciation terms and areas.
  Use Correct Transaction: Ensure that you are using the correct transaction code for the transfer of depreciation terms. Sometimes, using the wrong transaction can lead to errors.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and settings, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) to manage asset accounting effectively.
  Depreciation Areas: Understand the different depreciation areas in your SAP system and their purposes. Common areas include book depreciation, tax depreciation, and group depreciation.
  Asset Accounting Configuration: Review the configuration of asset accounting in your SAP system, particularly the settings related to depreciation methods and areas.
  
  By addressing the configuration and ensuring compatibility between the depreciation terms and the target area, you should be able to resolve the AC529 error.