How To Fix ACC_AA021 - Deprec. area &1 is defined as real depreciation area in company code &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Deprec. area &1 is defined as real depreciation area in company code &2

What causes this issue?

You want to maintain the accounts for depreciation area &V1&. In
Customizing, this depreciation area is defined as a real depreciation
area in company code &V2&. However, account maintenance here only makes
sense for derived depreciation areas.

System Response

Since the depreciation area could still be defined as a derived
depreciation area in other company codes, you can continue with account
maintenance. However, when you use depreciation area &V1& in company
code &V2&, the system does not recognize these accounts there.
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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 ACC_AA021 - Deprec. area &1 is defined as real depreciation area in company code &2 ?

  The SAP error message ACC_AA021 indicates that a depreciation area is defined as a "real" depreciation area in a specific company code, but there may be a configuration issue or inconsistency that needs to be addressed. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The depreciation area in question is set up as a real depreciation area, but there may be inconsistencies in the configuration settings for that area in the Asset Accounting module.
  Company Code Settings: The company code may not be properly configured to handle the specified depreciation area, leading to conflicts in how assets are depreciated.
  Master Data Issues: The asset master data may not be correctly set up to align with the defined depreciation areas.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Depreciation Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for Asset Accounting (Transaction code: OAYZ).
  Verify the settings for the depreciation area in question. Ensure that it is correctly defined as a real depreciation area and that it aligns with the company code settings.
  
  
  
  Review Company Code Settings:
  
  Check the company code settings (Transaction code: OX15) to ensure that the depreciation area is included in the configuration for that company code.
  Make sure that the necessary settings for real and derived depreciation areas are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Asset Master Data Review:
  
  Review the asset master data (Transaction code: AS03) for the asset associated with the error. Ensure that the depreciation areas are correctly assigned and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on configuring depreciation areas and resolving related issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test run to ensure that the error is resolved and that the depreciation calculations are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Depreciation Areas: In SAP, depreciation areas are used to manage different types of depreciation for financial reporting and tax purposes. Real depreciation areas affect the financial statements, while derived areas may be used for internal reporting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), and AS03 (Display Asset) for managing asset master data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message ACC_AA021, as there may be specific fixes or updates provided by SAP.
  
  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.