How To Fix ACC_AA086 - Chart of depreciation &2, area &1: posting indicator not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 086

• Message text: Chart of depreciation &2, area &1: posting indicator not allowed

What causes this issue?

In chart of depreciation &V2&, the indicator for posting to the general
ledger is set incorrectly for depreciation area &V1&.
The Customizing switch for parallel valuation in Asset Accounting (<AB>
PARALLEL_VAL</>) is active. Therefore, you have to select one of the
following options for each of the depreciation areas:
Area posts APC and depreciation
Area Does Not Post
Area posts depreciation only
Area Posts APC Immediately, Depreciation Periodically

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?

In Customizing for <LS>Asset Accounting</>, call the activity
<DS:SIMG.T093_00N_NEW_DC>Define Depreciation Areas</>. In the detail
view for the depreciation area, choose one of the options mentioned
above for posting to the general ledger.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACC_AA086 - Chart of depreciation &2, area &1: posting indicator not allowed ?

  The SAP error message ACC_AA086 indicates that there is an issue with the posting indicator in the context of asset accounting. Specifically, it means that the posting indicator for a particular chart of depreciation and area is not allowed for the transaction you are trying to perform.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The posting indicator for the asset in the specified chart of depreciation may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Transaction Type Restrictions: The transaction type you are using may not be allowed for the specified asset area or chart of depreciation.
  Asset Status: The asset may be in a status that does not allow postings (e.g., retired, blocked).
  Depreciation Area Settings: The settings for the depreciation area may not permit the type of posting you are attempting.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the asset accounting (Transaction code: OAYZ).
  Verify the settings for the chart of depreciation and ensure that the posting indicators are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Transaction Type:
  
  Check the transaction type you are using and ensure it is compatible with the asset area and chart of depreciation.
  You can do this by navigating to the configuration for transaction types (Transaction code: OAOA).
  
  
  
  Asset Status:
  
  Check the status of the asset in question. If it is blocked or retired, you may need to change its status to allow postings.
  
  
  
  Depreciation Area Settings:
  
  Review the settings for the depreciation area in the asset master record. Ensure that the area is set up to allow the type of posting you are trying to perform.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on the specific error message and its implications.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OAYZ: Configuration for Asset Accounting
  OAOA: Configuration for Transaction Types
  AS02: Change Asset Master Record
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the transaction has the necessary authorizations to post to the asset accounting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.