How To Fix ACC_AA017 - Deprec. area &1 in company code &2 does not post periodically

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACC_AA - Message Class for Function Group ACC_AA

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Deprec. area &1 in company code &2 does not post periodically

What causes this issue?

Depreciation area &V1& in company code &V2& does not post periodically.
However, entries in the mapping table are only allowed for depreciation
areas that post periodically.

System Response

Error message

How to fix this error?

Enter a depreciation area that posts periodically, or change the
settings for depreciation area &V1& in Customizing.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACC_AA017 - Deprec. area &1 in company code &2 does not post periodically ?

  The SAP error message ACC_AA017 indicates that a depreciation area in a specific company code is not set up to post periodically. This typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when the system is trying to post depreciation but finds that the configuration for the specified depreciation area does not allow for periodic postings.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The depreciation area in question may not be configured to allow periodic postings. This can happen if the settings for the depreciation area do not include the option for periodic depreciation.
  Missing Settings: The necessary settings for the depreciation area in the company code may not have been maintained correctly.
  Inactive Depreciation Area: The depreciation area might be inactive or not assigned to the relevant asset class.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Depreciation Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Depreciation > Define Depreciation Areas.
  Select the relevant company code and depreciation area, and ensure that the "Post Periodically" option is enabled.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Class Settings:
  
  Ensure that the asset class associated with the asset in question is correctly configured to allow for the specified depreciation area.
  Check the settings under Financial Accounting (New) > Asset Accounting > Master Data > Define Asset Classes.
  
  
  
  Check Asset Master Record:
  
  Review the asset master record to ensure that the depreciation area is correctly assigned and that the asset is set up to post depreciation.
  
  
  
  Run Depreciation Simulation:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a depreciation simulation to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the settings, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like OADB (for defining depreciation areas) and AS02 (to change asset master data) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues related to depreciation area configuration.
  Testing: After making changes, always test in a development or quality environment before applying changes to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ACC_AA017 error and ensure that the depreciation area is set up correctly for periodic postings.