How To Fix AC553 - Ch.of dep. &2: Depreciation area &1 has incorrect posting control

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 553

• Message text: Ch.of dep. &2: Depreciation area &1 has incorrect posting control

What causes this issue?

Depreciation area &V1& is defined as the depreciation area for
investment support managed on the liabilities side. As such, the values
from this area always have to be posted in realtime to G/L Accounting.
However, the area is not defined in this way.

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?

Check over your specifications.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC553 - Ch.of dep. &2: Depreciation area &1 has incorrect posting control ?

  The SAP error message AC553 indicates that there is an issue with the posting control for a specific depreciation area in the Asset Accounting module. This error typically arises when the configuration for the depreciation area does not align with the expected posting rules or settings.
  Cause:
  The error message AC553 can be triggered by several factors, including:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The posting control settings for the depreciation area in the Asset Accounting configuration may not be set up correctly. This can include settings related to how depreciation is posted, whether it is allowed to post to certain accounts, or if the area is set up for specific types of transactions.
  
  
  Inconsistent Settings: There may be inconsistencies between the settings in the asset master record and the configuration in the system. For example, if the asset is set to post to a depreciation area that is not configured to allow postings.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Account Determination: The account determination for the depreciation area may be missing or incorrectly set up, leading to issues when trying to post transactions.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AC553 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Depreciation Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (Transaction code: OAYZ).
  Verify the settings for the depreciation area in question. Ensure that the posting control is set correctly according to your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Record:
  
  Check the asset master record (Transaction code: AS03) for the asset that is causing the error.
  Ensure that the depreciation area is correctly assigned and that the settings align with the configuration.
  
  
  
  Account Determination:
  
  Review the account determination settings for the depreciation area (Transaction code: OAYZ).
  Ensure that the necessary accounts are defined and that they correspond to the correct posting types.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the posting control settings and how they should be configured.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult with 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), AS03 (Display Asset), and OAYZ (Depreciation Area Configuration).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to error AC553 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Asset Accounting documentation for best practices in configuring depreciation areas and posting controls.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the AC553 error in SAP.