How To Fix ACM189 - Categorizing DCLs - number of DCLs which cannot be categorized: &1

ACM189 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACM - Message-Class for all ACM functions/exceptions

• Message number: 189

• Message text: Categorizing DCLs - number of DCLs which cannot be categorized: &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACM189 - Categorizing DCLs - number of DCLs which cannot be categorized: &1 ?

  The SAP error message ACM189, which states "Categorizing DCLs - number of DCLs which cannot be categorized: &1," typically occurs in the context of Asset Accounting (FI-AA) when the system is unable to categorize certain DCLs (Depreciation Calculation Lines) during the processing of asset transactions.
  
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  Missing Configuration: The categorization of DCLs may require specific configuration settings that are not properly defined in the system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the asset master records or transaction data that prevent the system from categorizing the DCLs.
  Incorrect Transaction Types: The transaction types used may not be correctly set up to allow for categorization.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may interfere with the standard categorization process.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the ACM189 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for asset accounting, particularly those related to