How To Fix ACC_AA311 - Chart of depr. &1: Alternative area of area &2 does not match source area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 311

• Message text: Chart of depr. &1: Alternative area of area &2 does not match source area

What causes this issue?

Target depreciation area &V2& assigned to source depreciation area &V3&
adopts the account determination from a depreciation area different than
the source depreciation area.
When implementing a new accounting principle however, it is mandatory
that the account determination matches in both the source and target
depreciation area, so that the data can be posted again correctly and
reconciliation can take place between the two accounting principles (for
example, with balance sheet, profit and loss statement, as well as asset
history sheet).

System Response

It is <ZH>not</> possible to ensure that the account determination in
the target accounting principle matches that of the source accounting
principle in the system.

How to fix this error?

Check in Customizing for <LS>Asset Accounting</> under
<DS:SIMG.T093_00N_NEW_DC.0D898E4FE4626657E10000000A428C91>Define
Depreciation Areas</> which alternative depreciation area for account
determination is defined in both the source depreciation area and in the
target depreciation area.
For your target depreciation area, change the alternative depreciation
area for account determination so that you have the same alternative
depreciation area defined as for your source depreciation area.
If there is <ZH>no</> alternative depreciation area defined in the
source depreciation area, then define the source depreciation area as
the alternative depreciation area in the target depreciation area. (This
also applies, amongst others, for the posting and APC leading area and
for investment support areas).
Example:
,,?Source DepAr.,,?Alternative,,?Trgt DepAr.,,?Alternative
,,?,,?DepAr. of,,?,,?DepAr. of
,,?,,?Source DepAr.,,?,,?Trgt DepAr.
<ZH>Case 1:</>,,?31,,?01,,?61,,?01
<ZH>Case 2:</>,,?31,,?-- (initial),,?61,,?31

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACC_AA311 - Chart of depr. &1: Alternative area of area &2 does not match source area ?

  The SAP error message ACC_AA311 indicates a mismatch between the alternative area and the source area in the context of asset accounting. This error typically arises when there is an inconsistency in the configuration of the asset master data, particularly regarding the depreciation areas.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The alternative area defined in the asset master data does not match the source area. This can happen if the settings for the depreciation areas are not aligned correctly in the configuration.
  Incorrect Asset Master Data: The asset master record may have been set up incorrectly, leading to discrepancies between the defined depreciation areas.
  Changes in Configuration: If there have been recent changes to the configuration of depreciation areas or if new areas have been added without proper alignment, this error can occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Asset Master Data:
  
  Go to the asset master record (transaction code AS02) and verify the settings for the depreciation areas. Ensure that the alternative area is correctly defined and matches the source area.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the depreciation areas in the Asset Accounting module (transaction code OAYZ). Ensure that the alternative area is correctly mapped to the source area.
  Make sure that the settings for the depreciation areas are consistent across all relevant configurations.
  
  
  
  Adjust Depreciation Areas:
  
  If necessary, adjust the depreciation areas in the asset master record to ensure they align with the configuration. This may involve changing the alternative area or correcting the source area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to asset accounting and depreciation areas for any specific guidance or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs. This may involve running a depreciation calculation or posting a transaction related to the asset.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  AS02: Change Asset Master Record
  OAYZ: Configure Depreciation Areas
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or solutions for this specific error message.
  User Forums: Consider searching SAP Community or other user forums for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the ACC_AA311 error in SAP.