How To Fix AC685 - Depreciation key &1 in chart of deprec. &2 is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 685

• Message text: Depreciation key &1 in chart of deprec. &2 is not defined

What causes this issue?

Depreciation key &V1& of chart of depreciation &V2& is not defined.

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?

Define depreciation key &V1& in FI-AA Customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC685 - Depreciation key &1 in chart of deprec. &2 is not defined ?

  The SAP error message AC685 indicates that there is an issue with the depreciation key specified in the asset accounting module. Specifically, it means that the depreciation key you are trying to use is not defined in the specified chart of depreciation. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Undefined Depreciation Key: The depreciation key you are trying to use (denoted as &1 in the error message) is not defined in the chart of depreciation (denoted as &2).
  Configuration Issues: The depreciation key may not have been set up correctly in the system, or it may have been deleted or modified.
  Incorrect Chart of Depreciation: The asset may be assigned to a different chart of depreciation than the one where the depreciation key is defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Depreciation Key Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code OADB (or SPRO -> Financial Accounting -> Asset Accounting -> Depreciation -> Define Depreciation Keys).
  Verify if the depreciation key exists in the specified chart of depreciation.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or adjust the existing configuration.
  
  
  
  Assign the Correct Chart of Depreciation:
  
  Ensure that the asset is assigned to the correct chart of depreciation that contains the depreciation key.
  You can check this in the asset master record (transaction code AS02 or AS03).
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data:
  
  Check the asset master data to ensure that all relevant fields are filled out correctly, including the depreciation area and the assigned chart of depreciation.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the depreciation key settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant for guidance on how to set up depreciation keys properly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Depreciation Keys: These are used to determine how the asset's value is depreciated over time. Different keys can be used for different types of assets or depreciation methods.
  Charts of Depreciation: These are used to define the rules for asset depreciation in different countries or regions. Each chart can have its own set of depreciation keys.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OADB: Configuration for depreciation keys.
  AS01/AS02/AS03: Create, change, or display asset master records.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to depreciation keys and charts of depreciation.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AC685 error and ensure that your asset accounting is configured correctly.