How To Fix ACC_AA143 - Alternative dep. area &3 of area &2 in chart of dep. &1 does not post

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 143

• Message text: Alternative dep. area &3 of area &2 in chart of dep. &1 does not post

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACC_AA143 - Alternative dep. area &3 of area &2 in chart of dep. &1 does not post ?

  The SAP error message ACC_AA143 indicates that there is an issue with the alternative depreciation area in the asset accounting module. Specifically, it means that the alternative depreciation area specified is not set up to post in the specified chart of depreciation. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The alternative depreciation area is not configured correctly in the chart of depreciation. This could be due to missing settings or incorrect parameters.
  Posting Settings: The alternative depreciation area may not be activated for posting in the specified chart of depreciation.
  Asset Master Data: The asset master record may not have the correct settings for the alternative depreciation area.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the chart of depreciation (Transaction code: OAYZ).
  Verify that the alternative depreciation area is correctly defined and activated for the chart of depreciation in question.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data:
  
  Check the asset master record (Transaction code: AS03) for the asset in question.
  Ensure that the alternative depreciation area is correctly assigned and that the settings are appropriate.
  
  
  
  Adjust Posting Settings:
  
  If the alternative depreciation area is not set to post, you may need to adjust the settings in the configuration to allow for posting.
  Ensure that the necessary settings for the alternative depreciation area are enabled in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on configuring alternative depreciation areas and their posting settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test posting to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OAYZ: Configuration for Chart of Depreciation
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  AS01: Create Asset Master Record
  AS02: Change Asset Master Record
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to asset accounting settings.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP Asset Accounting documentation for detailed information on depreciation areas and their configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.