How To Fix AC850 - Chart of dep.&:Base areas for depr. area & have different currency types

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AC - Error messages from Asset Customizing

• Message number: 850

• Message text: Chart of dep.&:Base areas for depr. area & have different currency types

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AC850 - Chart of dep.&:Base areas for depr. area & have different currency types ?

  The SAP error message AC850 indicates that there is a mismatch in the currency types for the base areas of the depreciation area in the Asset Accounting module. This typically occurs when the configuration for the asset's depreciation areas is inconsistent, particularly regarding the currency settings.
  Cause:
  
  Different Currency Types: The depreciation areas involved have been configured with different currency types. For example, one depreciation area may be set to use the company code currency, while another may be set to use a different currency type (e.g., group currency or transaction currency).
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the Asset Accounting module may not align properly, leading to inconsistencies in how currencies are defined for different depreciation areas.
  Data Entry Errors: When entering asset master data, if the currency types are not correctly assigned or if there are discrepancies in the currency settings, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Configuration > Define Depreciation Areas.
  Ensure that the currency types for the relevant depreciation areas are consistent and correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code AS03 to display the asset master data.
  Check the depreciation areas and their corresponding currency types to ensure they match.
  
  
  
  Adjust Currency Settings:
  
  If discrepancies are found, you may need to adjust the currency settings for the depreciation areas involved. This may involve changing the configuration or updating the asset master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance on how to resolve currency type mismatches.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the asset accounting processes function correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  AS03: Display Asset
  AS01: Create Asset
  AS02: Change Asset
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to asset master data and configuration settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the AC850 error in SAP.