How To Fix AC554 - 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: 554

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

What causes this issue?

Depreciation area &V1& has an incorrect posting control. Posting
control '1', 'post assets in General Ledger realtime,' is limited to
the depreciation area for balance sheet values (master area) and/or
depreciation areas for investment support on the liabilites side.
Area &V1& does not fall into either of these categories.

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 the posting control accordingly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC554 - Ch.of dep. &2: Depreciation area &1 has incorrect posting control ?

  The SAP error message AC554 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 "Ch.of dep. &2: Depreciation area &1 has incorrect posting control" can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The posting control settings for the depreciation area may not be set up correctly in the system. This can happen if the configuration was changed or if the depreciation area was not properly defined.
  
  
  Inconsistent Settings: There may be inconsistencies between the settings of the depreciation area and the overall asset accounting configuration, such as the integration with financial accounting.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The asset master data may be missing required information or may have incorrect values that do not comply with the posting control settings.
  
  
  Posting Period Issues: The posting period may be closed or not open for the depreciation area in question, leading to posting control issues.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AC554 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the section for defining depreciation areas and check the posting control settings for the affected depreciation area.
  Ensure that the settings are consistent with the requirements of your organization.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code AS03 to display the asset master data for the affected asset.
  Check the depreciation area settings and ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Posting Periods:
  
  Check the posting periods for the company code and ensure that the relevant periods are open for posting.
  Use transaction code OB52 to review and adjust the posting periods if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Test Posting:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, try to post the transaction again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS03: Display Asset
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  OB52: Change View "Posting Periods": Overview
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset accounting settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in Asset Accounting for further assistance.