How To Fix ACRSL041 - Depreciation key &1 cannot be deleted

ACRSL041 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ACRSL - Messages for Depreciation Keys and Calculation Methods

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Depreciation key &1 cannot be deleted

What causes this issue?

Depreciation key &V1& in chart of depreciation &V2& cannot be deleted,
since it is still being used in at least one asset (asset &V3&).

System Response

Depreciation key &V1& is not deleted.

How to fix this error?

Change the depreciation key in asset &V3&.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ACRSL041 - Depreciation key &1 cannot be deleted ?

  The SAP error message ACRSL041 indicates that a specific depreciation key (denoted by &1) cannot be deleted. This typically occurs in the Asset Accounting (FI-AA) module when there are dependencies or references to the depreciation key that prevent its deletion.
  Causes:
  
  Existing Transactions: The depreciation key is currently being used in asset transactions, such as asset acquisitions, transfers, or retirements.
  Configuration Dependencies: The depreciation key may be linked to specific asset classes or other configuration settings that prevent its deletion.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces data integrity rules, and if the depreciation key is referenced in any asset records, it cannot be deleted to avoid inconsistencies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Usage: Before attempting to delete the depreciation key, check if it is being used in any asset records. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the Asset Explorer (transaction code AW01N) and checking for assets that use the depreciation key.
  Running reports to identify assets associated with the depreciation key.
  
  
  
  Change Asset