How To Fix AC770 - Chart of deprec. &1: Derived area &2 requires at least 2 base depr. areas

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 770

• Message text: Chart of deprec. &1: Derived area &2 requires at least 2 base depr. areas

What causes this issue?

The derived area &V2& in chart of depreciation &V1& requires at least
two base depreciation areas.

System Response

You have defined a derived area without base depreciation areas.

How to fix this error?

Enter at least two base depreciation areas from which the derived area
is composed.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC770 - Chart of deprec. &1: Derived area &2 requires at least 2 base depr. areas ?

  The SAP error message AC770 indicates an issue related to the configuration of depreciation areas in Asset Accounting (FI-AA). Specifically, it states that a derived depreciation area requires at least two base depreciation areas to function correctly. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The derived depreciation area is set up in a way that it relies on base depreciation areas for its calculations. If there are not enough base depreciation areas defined, the system cannot derive the values needed for the derived area.
  Missing Base Areas: The specific derived area you are trying to use may not have the necessary base areas configured in the system.
  Incorrect Settings: The settings for the derived area may not be correctly defined in the configuration, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Integration > Define Depreciation Areas.
  Verify the settings for the derived depreciation area and ensure that it is linked to at least two base depreciation areas.
  
  
  
  Define Base Depreciation Areas:
  
  If the required base depreciation areas are not defined, you will need to create them. Ensure that the base areas are set up correctly and are active.
  
  
  
  Adjust Derived Area Settings:
  
  If the derived area is not supposed to require two base areas, check the configuration to see if it can be adjusted to meet your business requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to Asset Accounting and depreciation area configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test transaction to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Depreciation Areas: In SAP, depreciation areas are used to manage different types of asset depreciation (e.g., book depreciation, tax depreciation). Each area can have different rules and methods for calculating depreciation.
  Derived Depreciation Areas: These are used to derive values from one or more base depreciation areas, allowing for complex financial reporting and compliance with various accounting standards.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) to test the changes made.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.