How To Fix ACC_AA174 - Closed fiscal year not identical for all depreciation areas in CoCode &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 174

• Message text: Closed fiscal year not identical for all depreciation areas in CoCode &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACC_AA174 - Closed fiscal year not identical for all depreciation areas in CoCode &1 ?

  The SAP error message ACC_AA174 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the fiscal year closure status across different depreciation areas for a specific company code. This error typically arises when you attempt to post an asset transaction (like an acquisition or transfer) in a closed fiscal year, but the depreciation areas associated with the asset have different fiscal year closure statuses.
  Cause:
  
  Closed Fiscal Year: One or more depreciation areas for the asset are closed for the fiscal year, while others are still open.
  Inconsistent Settings: The configuration settings for the depreciation areas may not be consistent, leading to different fiscal year statuses.
  Posting in Closed Year: Attempting to post transactions in a closed fiscal year without ensuring all depreciation areas are aligned.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Fiscal Year Status:
  
  Go to the Asset Accounting (AA) module and check the fiscal year status for each depreciation area associated with the asset in question.
  Use transaction code AW01N to view the asset and its depreciation areas.
  
  
  
  Open the Fiscal Year:
  
  If necessary, you can open the fiscal year for the relevant depreciation areas. This can be done through the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Fiscal Year Variant) to adjust the settings for the company code and the relevant depreciation areas.
  
  
  
  Adjust Asset Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for the asset and its depreciation areas is consistent. This may involve reviewing the settings in the Asset Accounting configuration (transaction code SPRO).
  
  
  
  Post in the Correct Year:
  
  If the fiscal year is closed, consider posting the transaction in the next open fiscal year, if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific guidance on handling fiscal year closures and depreciation area settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AW01N: Display Asset
  OB52: Maintain Fiscal Year Variant
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG (for configuration)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to fiscal year settings and asset configurations.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ACC_AA174 error and ensure that all depreciation areas are aligned for the fiscal year in question.