How To Fix ACC_AA215 - Number of calculation periods differing from deprec. key. CC &1 Asset &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 215

• Message text: Number of calculation periods differing from deprec. key. CC &1 Asset &2

What causes this issue?

&V2& Fixed assets from company code &V1& use a depreciation key for
which the "calculation of depreciation to the day" is defined. However,
the number of calculation periods to be used which is defined in the
master record for the depreciation area is not '365'.

System Response

This causes an error message with the depreciation calculation in sFIN.

How to fix this error?

Please contact support to correct the data inconsistency.

Procedure for System Administrators

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.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACC_AA215 - Number of calculation periods differing from deprec. key. CC &1 Asset &2 ?

  The SAP error message ACC_AA215 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the number of calculation periods defined in the depreciation key and the number of periods that are being used for the asset in question. This typically occurs during asset accounting processes, such as when you are trying to post a transaction related to an asset.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Depreciation Key: The depreciation key assigned to the asset may have a different number of periods defined than what is being used for the asset's useful life.
  Asset Master Data: The asset master data may not be correctly configured, leading to inconsistencies in the depreciation calculation.
  Changes in Depreciation Key: If the depreciation key was changed after the asset was created, it may not align with the existing asset data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the depreciation area or the asset class may not match the expected values.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Depreciation Key: Review the depreciation key assigned to the asset. Ensure that the number of periods defined in the depreciation key matches the asset's useful life.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the transaction code OADB (for depreciation keys) and checking the settings.
  
  
  
  Review Asset Master Data: Go to the asset master record (transaction code AS03) and verify the details, especially the depreciation area and useful life.
  
  Ensure that the useful life and the number of periods are consistent with the depreciation key settings.
  
  
  
  Adjust Asset Configuration: If there are discrepancies, you may need to adjust the asset configuration or reassign the correct depreciation key.
  
  If necessary, you can create a new asset with the correct settings and transfer the values from the old asset.
  
  
  
  Consult with Configuration Team: If you suspect that the issue is related to configuration settings, consult with your SAP configuration team to ensure that the asset class and depreciation area settings are correct.
  
  
  Repost Transactions: After making the necessary adjustments, you may need to repost any transactions that were affected by this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS03: Display Asset Master Record
  OADB: Maintain Depreciation Keys
  AS02: Change Asset Master Record
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on asset accounting and depreciation settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ACC_AA215 error and ensure that your asset accounting processes run smoothly.