How To Fix AC689 - Level &1 is not defined in chart of depreciation &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 689

• Message text: Level &1 is not defined in chart of depreciation &2

What causes this issue?

Multi-level method &V1& is not defined for chart of depreciation &V2&.

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 multi-level method &V1& in FI-AA Customizing.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC689 - Level &1 is not defined in chart of depreciation &2 ?

  The SAP error message AC689 indicates that a specific level (in this case, Level &1) is not defined in the specified chart of depreciation (Chart of Depreciation &2). This error typically occurs in the context of asset accounting when trying to perform operations related to asset management, such as asset creation, transfer, or depreciation posting.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The level specified in the error message is not configured in the chart of depreciation. This could happen if the level was deleted or never defined.
  Incorrect Chart of Depreciation: The chart of depreciation being referenced may not be the correct one for the asset or may not have the necessary levels defined.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the level or chart of depreciation being used.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Depreciation > Define Chart of Depreciation.
  Verify that the level in question is defined for the specified chart of depreciation. If it is missing, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data:
  
  Check the asset master data to ensure that the correct chart of depreciation is assigned to the asset.
  You can do this by using transaction code AS03 (Display Asset) and reviewing the relevant fields.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the levels and their definitions, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant to understand the required configuration.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to a data entry mistake, correct the level or chart of depreciation in the transaction you are trying to execute.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  AS01 (Create Asset)
  AS02 (Change Asset)
  AS03 (Display Asset)
  OAYZ (Define Chart of Depreciation)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset accounting configurations.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test to ensure that the error is resolved and that the asset transactions can be processed without issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AC689 error and ensure that your asset accounting processes function correctly.